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Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Healthy and delicious meal prep bowls filled with chicken, bell peppers, and onions, perfect for busy lifestyles.


Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 bell pepper (any color)
  • 1 onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or quinoa
  • Optional toppings: avocado, salsa, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts, bell pepper, and onion.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Add bell pepper, onion, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Sauté until vegetables are tender and chicken is fully cooked.
  6. Divide cooked rice or quinoa into meal prep bowls, top with chicken fajita mixture, and add optional toppings as desired.
  7. Store in the refrigerator for meal prep.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and other spices for 30 minutes before cooking. You can also swap the chicken for beef or shrimp if you prefer.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: meal prep, fajitas, chicken, healthy, quick meals