These Chicken Fajita Bowls are the ultimate healthy all-in-one meal—juicy marinated chicken, colorful veggies, and cilantro lime rice, all topped with a zesty chipotle lime crema. It’s a restaurant-quality dinner you can whip up at home, and the bold flavors will keep this recipe on repeat!
Why You’ll Love These Fajita Bowls
- Healthy & Fresh: Packed with lean protein, whole grains, and veggies.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Make a double batch and enjoy ready-to-go lunches all week.
- Customizable: Easily swap in your favorite proteins (like shrimp, steak, or tofu) and veggies.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Marinade:
- Chicken breasts
- Lime juice
- Honey
- Oil & vinegar
- Chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder
- Cayenne (optional, for a kick)
Veggies:
- Red onion
- Bell peppers (red + green)
- Corn
Cilantro Lime Rice & Beans:
- White rice
- Chicken broth
- Black beans
- Garlic, onion, cumin
- Fresh lime juice + cilantro
Chipotle Lime Crema:
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Lime juice
- Chipotle sauce (from canned chipotles in adobo)
- Cilantro, salt
How to Make Chicken Fajita Bowls
- Marinate the Chicken & Veggies
Whisk together the marinade. Pour half over chicken and half over the veggies. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 6). - Cook the Rice
Sauté onion and rice in a little oil until golden. Add garlic, spices, broth, and beans. Simmer until tender. Finish with fresh lime juice and cilantro. - Cook the Chicken
Heat oil in a skillet and cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Rest, then slice. - Sauté the Veggies
Drain off excess marinade, then cook the peppers, onion, and corn until tender but still slightly crisp. - Assemble Your Bowls
Layer rice, veggies, and sliced chicken into bowls. Drizzle generously with chipotle lime crema and garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges.
Recipe Variations
- Steak Fajita Bowls – Swap chicken for steak.
- Shrimp Fajita Bowls – Quick and easy with shrimp!
- Vegetarian Fajita Bowls – Use tofu or add extra veggies.
- Brown Rice Option – Just extend the cook time to 40 minutes.
Meal Prep Tip
Store ingredients separately in airtight containers and assemble bowls when ready to eat. The flavors stay fresh, and you’ll have grab-and-go meals for days!
🌮 These Chicken Fajita Bowls are bold, fresh, and endlessly versatile—a Tex-Mex favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!