High Protein Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowls Recipe
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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Keywords: High protein chicken, fajita bowl, meal prep, healthy dinner, Tex-Mex chicken, brown rice bowl, sautéed vegetables
