Description
Savor this Chicken Fajita Rice dish packed with vibrant flavors Perfect for quick tasty meals any night of the week Enjoy a fiesta of taste
1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 bell pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of chili powder
½ teaspoon of paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups of cooked white rice
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
In a bowl, toss the chicken strips with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell pepper and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the cooked rice and chicken back to the skillet, drizzle with lime juice, and mix well. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
A comforting combination of tender chicken, perfectly cooked rice, and aromatic fajita spices, ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 65 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
Keywords: Chicken Fajita Rice, Mexican recipe, quick dinner, one-pot meal
