Chicken Fajita Bowl

Name: Chicken Fajita Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American, Latin American
Ingredients: 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1-2 Tbsp. Fajita Seasoning (see below); 1 red pepper, sliced into strips; 1 yellow pepper, sliced into strips; 1 onion, halved and cut into ½ inch slices; 1 large clove garlic, thinly sliced; 1 Tbsp. coconut aminos; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups mixed greens; 2 cups cooked quinoa; 1 avocado, sliced; 4 green onions, thinly sliced; ¼ cup cilantro, finely chopped; Coconut aminos or avocado crema (see below); 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 2 tsp. onion powder; 1 tsp. cumin powder; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1 tsp. paprika; 1 tsp. oregano; 1 tsp. salt; 1 avocado; 1 cup fresh cilantro; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; Salt; Water

4 steps

Prep:10minCook:25min

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:08:59 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories801.4 kcal (40%)

Total Fat27.5 g (39%)

Carbs77.6 g (30%)

Sugars12 g (13%)

Protein65.9 g (132%)

Sodium2974.8 mg (149%)

Fiber19.3 g (69%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium high heat, add a tablespoon of oil, such as olive or coconut.

Step 2

Sauté peppers and onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, sauté for 1 minute more. Sprinkle with coconut aminos, season with salt and pepper to taste, toss to combine. Transfer pepper and onion mixture onto a plate, set aside.

Step 3

Toss chicken breasts in Fajita Seasoning. Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet and cook chicken breasts until juices run clear and meat is no longer pink in the middle. Remove from skillet, thinly slice chicken breasts crosswise.

Step 4

To assemble, fill a large bowl with mixed greens. Arrange sliced chicken breasts, pepper and onion mixture, quinoa and avocado slices on top of greens. Garnish bowl with thinly sliced green onions and finely chopped cilantro. Serve with a splash of coconut aminos or Avocado Crema.

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