Healthy Chicken Fajita Recipe
created by
Laura L. Dec. 23, 2024
“Salsa chicken brown rice and black beans fajita veggies”
Coach Gigi
“Great meal! Super colorful”
Instructions
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1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions (about 30 minutes).
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2. While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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3. Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
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4. Season the veggies with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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5. Push the veggies to one side of the skillet and add the chicken breast to the other side.
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6. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
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7. Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks.
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8. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, mixing it with the veggies.
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9. Stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
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10. Serve the chicken fajita mixture over brown rice, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Ingredients
1.
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
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1 cup brown rice
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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1 medium onion, sliced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon cumin
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Salt and pepper to taste
11.
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Nutrition
calories
350
fat
8
saturates
1
carbohydrates
50
fibres
12
sugar
2
addedSugar
0
protein
30
Healthy Chicken Fajita Recipe
My Rating
Laura L.Author
"Salsa chicken brown rice and black beans fajita veggies"
Coach Gigi
"Great meal! Super colorful"