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Meal Prep Fajita Bowls
A flavorful and customizable meal prep bowl featuring seasoned chicken, rice, peppers, and beans, perfect for quick lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 cups shredded chicken (or leftover chicken) (from 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or make your own with cumin, chili powder, and salt)
- 0.5 cup white or brown rice (quinoa also works)
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 red or yellow bell pepper bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin (divided)
- 1 teaspoon mild or medium chili powder (divided)
- 1 (14-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 limes limes
- to taste sea salt or Kosher salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- as needed Salsa or pico de gallo
- as needed Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- as needed Shredded cheese
Instructions
- Season and cook the shredded chicken with taco seasoning or spices.
- Cook rice according to package, then stir in lime juice and salt.
- Sauté sliced peppers and onions in olive oil with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper for 4-5 minutes.
- Simmer beans with spices for 10 minutes or add plain beans with a pinch of salt.
- Assemble bowls with layers of rice, peppers, onions, chicken, and beans. Add lime wedges and toppings before serving.
Notes
Prepare ingredients in advance for quick assembly during the week.