Skinny Chicken Fajita Bowls (Printable)

Lean spiced chicken with peppers over zesty cilantro-lime rice, perfect for easy nutritious meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chicken Fajitas

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
11 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
12 - Juice of 1 lime

→ For the Cilantro-Lime Rice

13 - 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
14 - 2 cups water
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
16 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
17 - Juice and zest of 1 lime
18 - 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ For Serving

19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
20 - 1 medium avocado, sliced
21 - Lime wedges

# Method:

01 - Combine rice, water, salt, and olive oil in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let cool slightly.
02 - Stir lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro into the cooked rice. Set aside for assembly.
03 - In a large bowl, toss chicken strips with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
05 - In the same skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Return chicken to the skillet, add lime juice, and toss to combine. Remove from heat.
06 - Divide cilantro-lime rice among 4 meal prep containers. Top each with chicken fajita mixture, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
07 - Let bowls cool completely before sealing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • Perfect for busy weekdays - make once, enjoy four delicious meals
  • Balanced nutrition with lean protein, complex carbs, and healthy fats
  • Customizable to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs
  • Vibrant flavors that improve as they sit, making day 3 or 4 just as delicious
  • Gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for many dietary restrictions
02 -
  • Slice your chicken against the grain for the most tender results
  • Add the avocado just before eating if possible to prevent browning
  • For meal prep, slightly undercook your vegetables so they don't become mushy when reheated
  • Invest in good quality, leak-proof containers to keep your meals fresh
  • If using brown rice, consider making it ahead of time due to the longer cooking time
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