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Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl Recipe

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The Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring chicken tenderloins, bell peppers, onions, and cilantro, served over white rice and topped with sour cream and smashed avocados. This dish is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins
  • 1 batch of Chicken fajita seasoning
  • 3 cups cooked white rice (1 cup uncooked rice)
  • Juice from ½ lime
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
  • 6 cups lettuce
  • Sour cream
  • 2 smashed avocados

Chicken Fajita Seasoning:

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and onions, and cook until softened. Season with ½ teaspoon salt.
  • In a separate skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken tenderloins and cook until fully cooked. Add the Chicken fajita seasoning to the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  • Prepare white rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, mix in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  • Assemble the bowls: start with a bed of lettuce, then add the cooked rice, sautéed bell peppers and onions, and seasoned chicken.
  • Top with sour cream and smashed avocados. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of seasoning to taste.
  • Add other favorite toppings like cheese or salsa for extra flavor.

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