Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl, a quick and nutritious meal thats perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Tender chicken is sauted with colorful bell peppers and onions, seasoned to perfection, and served over a base of rice or lettuce. This dish combines fresh ingredients with bold spices, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Customizable to suit your taste, it can be made as spicy or mild as you prefer, all in under 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 breasts)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups cooked rice or shredded lettuce (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat the pan: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add onions and bell peppers; saut for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Cook the chicken: Add chicken pieces and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir well and cook for an additional 7-10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Assemble your bowls: Serve the chicken mixture over cooked rice or shredded lettuce.
- Add toppings: Top with avocado slices, sour cream, salsa, or shredded cheese as desired.
- Serve it up: Transfer to plates and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg