Description
These Chicken Fajita Bowls are bold, colorful, and packed with flavor. Tender seasoned chicken, sizzling peppers and onions, cilantro lime rice, black beans, and creamy chipotle aioli come together in a customizable, crave-worthy bowl. It’s the ultimate easy dinner or meal prep hero!
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Vegetables:
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1½ pounds chicken breast
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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1¼ teaspoons garlic powder
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1¼ teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1½ teaspoons chili powder
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3 teaspoons paprika
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1 tablespoon tapioca starch
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3 bell peppers (any color), sliced
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½ large red onion, sliced
For Serving:
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2 cups cilantro lime rice
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1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
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2 cups chopped lettuce
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½ cup pico de gallo
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½ cup chipotle aioli (or cashew queso or cilantro lime crema)
Optional Toppings:
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Guacamole
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Jalapeño slices
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Shredded cheese
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Fresh cilantro
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Lime wedges
Instructions
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Prep the Chicken:
Pound chicken breasts to about ¼ to ½ inch thickness for even cooking. Slice them in half lengthwise or into strips if preferred. -
Season the Chicken:
In a small bowl, mix together salt, garlic powder, cumin, brown sugar, oregano, chili powder, paprika, and tapioca starch. Rub the seasoning mix all over the chicken until evenly coated. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest. Slice into strips if not already done. -
Cook the Veggies:
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Add sliced red onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly charred. -
Combine and Finish:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the veggies. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes to let flavors meld. -
Assemble the Bowls:
In serving bowls, add a layer of cilantro lime rice and/or chopped lettuce. Top with the chicken and veggie mixture, black beans, pico de gallo, and a drizzle of chipotle aioli or your sauce of choice.
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Add Optional Toppings:
Finish with guacamole, jalapeños, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, or lime wedges as desired.
Notes
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Tapioca starch helps give the chicken a nice crust and seals in moisture—substitute with cornstarch if needed.
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To make it dairy-free, skip cheese and use a plant-based sauce like cashew queso.
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This recipe is perfect for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.
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Easily double the batch for a family dinner or weekly lunch prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired