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Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls

Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls
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Enjoy flavorful Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls packed with vibrant veggies and marinaded chicken. Discover how easy they are—try this recipe today!

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 packet (around 1 oz or 28g) fajita seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing the veggies
  • 1 large onion, sliced thinly
  • 3 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced thinly
  • 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (if using water)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Guacamole or sliced avocado (optional)
  • Salsa (pico de gallo, corn salsa, or your favorite jarred variety, optional)
  • Shredded cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)
  • Pickled jalapeños for a spicy kick (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken strips in olive oil, lime juice, fajita seasoning, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook rice in chicken broth according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
  3. Sauté sliced onions and bell peppers in olive oil until tender (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, cook marinated chicken until browned and cooked through (7-10 minutes).
  5. Assemble bowls starting with rice as the base, topped with sautéed veggies and chicken.

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