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A colorful plate featuring a chicken fajita burrito bowl with grilled chicken strips, vibrant bell peppers, onions, and fresh cilantro on a rustic wooden surface, garnished with lime wedges and shredded cheese, showcasing a textured mix of flavors and vibrant colors, styled casually for an inviting and appetizing look.

Quick and Easy Chicken Fajita Burrito Bowl

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A delicious and quick chicken fajita burrito bowl combining seasoned grilled chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and fresh toppings served over rice or lettuce for a nutritious meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or lettuce for serving
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges
  • Shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken slices, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté peppers and onions until tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-8 minutes.
  5. Assemble bowls by layering rice or lettuce, chicken, peppers, onions, and toppings like cilantro, cheese, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg