Description
These Chicken Fajita Bowls are a vibrant, healthy, and flavor-packed meal featuring marinated grilled chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, cilantro lime rice, and a variety of toppings like guacamole and salsa. Perfect for meal prep or a customizable family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cooked cilantro lime rice
- Guacamole, for serving
- Pico de gallo or salsa, for serving
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced bell peppers and onions with a bit of oil until soft and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.
- To assemble the bowls, start with a base of cilantro lime rice. Top with sliced grilled chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, guacamole, and salsa.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Great for meal prep – store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg