Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors and wholesome nutrition of Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls. Perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings, these bowls are packed with over 30 grams of protein and a medley of colorful veggies. With just 30 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can create a satisfying meal that’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Cook the rice by combining it in a pot with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips using a sharp knife.
- In a bowl, mix chicken strips with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt until well-coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned chicken for 3-5 minutes until golden brown; transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté the sliced bell peppers and red onion for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Assemble meal prep bowls by dividing cooked rice among four airtight containers. Layer each with chicken and sautéed veggies. Top with avocado slices, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 470g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with beef or turkey based on your preference. Customize your fajita bowls by adding additional veggies like zucchini or corn. For extra flavor, consider drizzling salsa verde or chipotle sauce over the finished bowls.