Description
Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls are a delicious and nutritious solution for busy individuals seeking healthy meal options. These bowls are quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, and they pack a protein punch with over 30 grams of protein per serving. Featuring tender chicken strips sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and onions, each bowl is bursting with flavor from a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for lunch or dinner, you can easily customize the ingredients to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week ahead or serving a satisfying family dinner, these Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls offer a wholesome and convenient option that will keep you energized throughout your day.
Ingredients
- 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
- Salt to taste
- 3 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 avocado, peeled and sliced (for serving)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the rice in a pot with water and salt according to package directions until fluffed.
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips.
- Season chicken with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken for about 3–5 minutes until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and red onion for about 3–4 minutes until lightly tender.
- Assemble bowls by dividing cooked rice among containers, topping with chicken and sautéed veggies. Add avocado slices and lime wedges just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg