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Four glass containers of chicken fajita meal prep bowls.

Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls

Author: Stephanie Kay

With over 30 grams of protein per bowl, these chicken fajita meal prep bowls are a hearty, healthy, and high-protein meal prep idea.

  • Author: Stephanie Kay
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Stovetop
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a pot, combine the rice with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, and allow to cook covered for 15 minutes, or as per package directions, until it can be fluffed with a fork.
  2. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and, using a sharp knife, slice them into thin strips.
  3. In a large bowl, add the chicken strips, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt, and using tongs or your hands, toss the chicken until it’s well coated in the spices.
  4. In a large skillet or pan, on medium-high heat, warm the olive oil, then add the seasoned chicken strips and cook for 3-5 minutes and golden brown, working in batches if needed. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet or pan, add the sliced bell peppers and red onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly tender. Once cooked, transfer to the plate with the chicken and set aside.
  6. Once the rice, chicken, and vegetables are cooked, prepare the meal prep bowls. Divide the cooked rice evenly across 4 airtight containers, layer with ¼ of the chicken and ¼ of the sautéed veggies, and top each bowl with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and a wedge of lime. (Note: If prepping the bowls ahead of time, wait to add the sliced avocado and lime until you are ready to serve.)
  7. The bowls can be served immediately, stored, without avocado and lime wedges, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or in the freezer, for up to 3 months.

Notes

To Use Chicken Thighs: Swap the chicken breasts for equal parts skinless, boneless chicken thighs.

To Use Fajita Seasoning: Swap the spices and salt for 2 tablespoons of fajita seasoning.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://kaynutrition.com/chicken-fajita-meal-prep-bowls/