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Loaded Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and colorful rice bowl packed with seasoned chicken, sautéed vegetables, beans, and cheese, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Rice

  • 2 cups cooked rice

Oil

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken breasts thinly sliced

Spices

  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin

Salt and Pepper

  • to taste salt and pepper

Vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced

Beans and Corn

  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels

Cheese

  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese, cheddar or Monterey Jack

Cilantro

  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro

Lime Wedges

  • for serving lime wedges

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with spices, cook 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  • Sauté bell peppers and onions 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add black beans and corn, cook 2 more minutes.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, vegetables, cheese, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and spice levels to your preference.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken