Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Chicken Fajita Burrito Bowl, where juicy marinated chicken meets colorful bell peppers and onions atop a fluffy rice base. Finished with creamy guacamole, zesty salsa, and your choice of cheese, this dish is not just a meal—it’s a delicious experience that brings friends and family together. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this bowl offers endless customization to suit various tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1 cup guacamole (optional)
- Salsa (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté sliced onions and bell peppers in a skillet over medium-high heat until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- In the same skillet, cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While the chicken cooks, prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble the bowls: start with rice at the bottom, then top with sliced chicken, sautéed veggies, cheese, guacamole, and salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg