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Chicken Fajita Bowl

Make quick and easy Chicken Fajita Bowls! This simple recipe features seasoned chicken, peppers, and onions served over rice with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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Here’s the complete list of ingredients, with precise measurements:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tsp fajita seasoning (adjust to taste or use 1 standard packet)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • (Implied: 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil or other cooking oil)

Garnishes (Amounts as desired):

  • Salsa
  • Guacamole (or sliced avocado)
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

These quantities typically make 2-4 bowls, depending on serving size.

Have rice cooked and ingredients sliced before starting to cook.

Instructions

Let’s walk through this incredibly fast and easy process:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

  • Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.
  • Slice the bell pepper and onion into similar-sized strips.
  • Mince garlic if your fajita seasoning doesn’t contain enough garlic powder or if you prefer fresh.
  • Ensure your rice is cooked and ready.
  • Prepare your desired garnishes.

2. Cook Chicken and Veggies:

  • Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sliced chicken, sliced peppers, and sliced onion to the hot skillet.
  • Sprinkle the fajita seasoning evenly over the chicken and vegetables. (If adding fresh minced garlic, add it during the last minute of cooking).
  • Cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp (about 5-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken and vegetables).

3. Assemble the Bowls:

  • Layer the bowls: Start with a base of cooked rice in each serving bowl.
  • Top the rice with a generous portion of the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture.

4. Add Garnishes and Serve:

  • Add your favorite garnishes – a spoonful of salsa, a dollop of guacamole or sliced avocado, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and/or a dollop of sour cream.
  • Serve immediately while hot.

Dinner is ready in likely under 20 minutes if your rice is pre-cooked!