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Loaded Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl

A vibrant and flavorful rice bowl featuring seasoned chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, black beans, corn, and cheese for a quick and healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base and Protein
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
Vegetables and Toppings
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup cheese shredded, cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken with chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
  4. Sauté bell peppers and onions 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Add black beans and corn, cook 2 more minutes.
  6. Assemble rice bowls with rice, chicken, vegetables, cheese, and cilantro.
  7. Serve with lime wedges and optional toppings.

Notes

Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.