Description
A colorful and flavor-packed bowl featuring juicy seasoned chicken, sautéed bell peppers and onions, and your favorite toppings layered over rice for a satisfying and customizable meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Sliced avocado (optional)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salsa or pico de gallo (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss sliced chicken with the seasoning blend until evenly coated.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned (internal temperature 165°F). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced peppers and onions for 5–7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the vegetables.
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
- Top with cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and desired toppings.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Swap chicken for steak or shrimp if desired.
- Add black beans or corn for extra texture and flavor.
- Store components separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze cooked chicken and rice for up to 2 months; avoid freezing fresh toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
