Description
Delicious Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls perfect for busy weekdays, packed with seasoned chicken, fresh peppers, and onions.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Wash and slice bell peppers and onion into strips. Cut chicken breasts into thin slices.
- Season the chicken: Combine chicken slices with olive oil and fajita seasoning in a bowl.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add seasoned chicken, and cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, sauté for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Combine everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables, stir and warm together for another minute.
- Assemble the bowls: In meal prep containers, layer cooked rice or quinoa, top with chicken and vegetable mixture, and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Serve with lime: Pack lime wedges to squeeze fresh juice over the meal before enjoying.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the chicken before cooking. Use a non-stick skillet for easier cleanup and consider making a double batch for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican