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A vibrant chicken fajita burrito bowl featuring colorful sliced bell peppers, onions, grilled chicken strips, fluffy rice, and melted cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro on a rustic wooden platter.

Flavorful Chicken Fajita Burrito Bowl

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A quick and tasty chicken fajita burrito bowl that combines seasoned grilled chicken, sautéed bell peppers and onions, fluffy rice, and melted cheese, topped with fresh cilantro for a colorful and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, season the sliced chicken with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions until tender and slightly charred.
  4. Assemble the bowls by placing rice at the bottom, topped with cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and shredded cheese.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or beef for variation.
  • For a vegetarian version, use grilled tofu or tempeh.
  • Serve with lime wedges for added zest.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Sautéing and assembly
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 430 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg