High Protein Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls Recipe

Introduction

These High Protein Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls are a flavorful and nutritious way to power your week. Packed with tender chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and wholesome brown rice, they’re perfect for quick lunches or dinners.

Ingredients

• 4 oz boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
• 1/2 cup onions, sliced
• 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup guacamole (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions, cooking and stirring occasionally until they are slightly softened and lightly charred, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, cook the marinated chicken strips over medium-high heat until fully cooked and slightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Step 4: Divide the cooked brown rice into meal prep containers. Top with the cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, salsa, and guacamole if using.

Tips & Variations

• Use a mix of colorful bell peppers to make the dish visually appealing and add variety to the flavor.
• Swap brown rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for a different texture or lower-carb option.
• Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
• Add shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess.

Storage

Store the assembled meal prep bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, microwave for 1 to 2 minutes until warmed through. If adding guacamole, keep it separate until ready to serve to maintain freshness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

It’s best to use fresh or fully thawed chicken to ensure even cooking and proper texture. If using frozen chicken, thaw completely before marinating and cooking.

How can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Replace the chicken with firm tofu or tempeh, and cook it with the same spices. You can also add more vegetables or beans to boost the protein content.

High Protein Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls Recipe

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These High Protein Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls are a flavorful and nutritious option perfect for meal prepping. Featuring marinated, sautéed chicken breast strips combined with vibrant bell peppers and onions, served over wholesome brown rice and topped with salsa and optional guacamole, this dish balances bold Tex-Mex flavors with high protein content for a satisfying and healthy meal.

• Author: Ruby
• Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinating)
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving 1x
• Category: Meal Prep
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Tex-Mex
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

• 4 oz boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Vegetables & Cooking

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
• 1/2 cup onions, sliced

Meal Assembly

• 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup guacamole (optional)

Instructions

1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb all the spices.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions, cooking while stirring occasionally until the vegetables are slightly softened and lightly charred, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
3. Cook Chicken: In the same skillet, add the marinated chicken strips and cook over medium-high heat until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly browned, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Assemble Meal Prep Bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice evenly into your meal prep containers. Top each portion with the cooked chicken, sautéed bell peppers and onions, then add salsa and guacamole as desired.

Notes

• Marinating the chicken for longer, up to 2 hours, will enhance the flavor even more.
• You can substitute brown rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for lower carbs.
• Guacamole is optional but adds healthy fats and creaminess to the bowls.
• Store meal prep bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.

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