Chicken Fajita Rice
Chicken Fajita Rice is a flavorful and colorful dish that combines sautéed chicken, bell peppers, onions, and spices with fluffy rice, perfect for a family meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken breast and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine and ensure the rice is well-coated with the spices.
- Serve the chicken fajita rice in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste.
- This dish can be served with avocado or guacamole for an extra creamy texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg