Mexican chicken fajita bowls made with rice, seasoned chicken, fajita veggies, beans, and pico de gallo. An easy lunch or dinner that’s healthy and packed with flavor!
When it comes to Mexican recipes, our family loves fajitas! Whether it is steak fajitas, crockpot chicken fajita recipe or shrimp fajitas, we love them.
Table of Contents
Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe
If you’re a fan of my one pot burrito bowl recipe or Instant Pot chicken taco bowls, these chicken fajita bowls are bound to be a hit. They have all of the flavors that you know and love about chicken fajitas, but are served over rice instead of in a flour tortilla.
They make a great lunch or dinner and are packed with protein and veggies. Not only is it a healthy dinner idea, but it has become one of my favorite Mexican food recipes. I love how fresh this dish tastes and the flavors are perfect!
Ingredients for Chicken Fajita Bowls
Get ready to make the best chicken fajitas bowl recipe with these simple ingredients! This bowl is full of flavor, fresh vegetables, and traditional Mexican ingredients all sectioned in the bowl. Combine and make every bite delicious!
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
- Grains: The base of the fajita bowl starts with healthy cooked grains. We love cilantro lime rice’s flavor, but Mexican rice or cooked quinoa are also great options. This recipe is great to use when you have leftover Instant Pot rice!
- Chicken: Boneless skinless chicken breasts are marinated in olive oil, taco seasoning, and lime juice to give the meat an authentic Mexican flavor. A homemade fajita marinade with fajita seasoning also works just as well.
- Fajita veggies: A mix of sliced red onion and bell peppers sautéed until tender and flavorful.
- Beans: Black beans are a favorite at our house, but pinto beans or refried beans are two other great options.
- Pico de Gallo: The bowls are finished with some fresh pico de gallo. Fresh diced tomatoes will also work if you’re in a pinch!
How to Make Chicken Fajita Bowls
Take your chicken to the next level with these chicken fajita bowls! It is so simple to make and combined with all your favorite ingredients. The chicken is juicy and tender with fresh vegetables and beans. Top with your favorites for a complete meal in a bowl!
- Marinate. Place the chicken, olive oil, taco seasoning, and lime juice in a bowl. Toss together and then marinate for at least 30 minutes. You can marinate for up to 4 hours.
- Saute. Heat a large skillet on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook each side until the center reaches 160°F. Remove and let rest. Tent with foil.
- Cook. If there’s enough room, you can add the bell peppers and onion with the meat halfway through. You may need to add a little more olive oil if they’re sticking. Cook until tender. Then remove from heat.
- Chop. Slice chicken against the grain after it has rested for at least 5 minutes.
- Prepare. Add 1/2 cup rice to 4 bowls. Then divide the chicken, vegetables, and beans on top. Then add the pico de gallo and top with your favorite toppings. Serve while warm.
Finish it Off
A drizzle of cilantro lime crema, salsa ranch dressing, or avocado lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch to your chicken fajita bowl! The creamy texture and bold flavor take this dish up a notch!
If you love cheese, feel free to add plenty like I do in this chicken fajita casserole recipe!
5 star review
“Came out great! The kids loved making their own bowls. Thanks for sharing!”
-Allison
Favorite Toppings
This meal is great for serving a family of picky eaters and is easy for each person to customize their own bowl. Serve with a few of your favorite toppings or tortilla chips.
- Guacamole
- Cilantro
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Tortilla strips
- Squeeze of lime
- Avocado slices
- Jalapenos
FAQs
Sure! You could easily substitute steak instead of chicken. Or use taco meat or pork carnitas as your main source of protein.
Yes! The rice and beans are filled with fiber and complex carbohydrates and the lean chicken breast is a good source of protein. Then there’s the fajita veggies and pico de gallo, which are both made with fresh vegetables and herbs. This dish is packed with good-for-you ingredients!
I’d recommend marinating the meat for at least 30 minutes. The longer it marinates, the more tender and flavorful your meat will be. You can marinate for up to 4 hours if you have the time.
Absolutely! Ditch the rice and serve the chicken and veggies over a bed of greens, similar to this fajita salad. Or use romaine or butter lettuce to make taco lettuce wraps instead. Cauliflower rice is always a great option, too!
Absolutely. Instead of frying the meat and veggies in a pan on the stove, you can make oven-baked chicken breast instead. Simply place them on a sheet pan and bake at 400°F for about 15 minutes (or until the meat is no longer pink).
Meal Prep Fajita Bowls
This dish is also a great meal prep idea for lunch or dinner.
Once the ingredients have cooled, simply divide and layer the ingredients into 4 separate meal prep containers. I like to add the rice first, then top it with the meat, veggies, and beans. I usually put the pico de gallo and any other toppings in individual containers so they stay fresh.
The meal prep fajita bowls will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
More Mexican favorites include chicken taco salad and baked chicken burritos!
More Easy Mexican Recipes
HUNGRY FOR MORE? Subscribe to my newsletter and follow on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for all the newest recipes!
Chicken Fajita Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 2 boneless-skinless chicken breasts
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ Tablespoons taco seasoning mix
- 1 lime , juiced
Fajita Bowl
- ¼ red onion , sliced
- 3 bell peppers , sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice , or quinoa
- 13 ounce can black beans , rinsed and warmed
- 1 cup pico de gallo
Optional Toppings
- fresh cilantro
- guacamole
- sour cream
- shredded cheese
Instructions
- Place the chicken, olive oil, taco seasoning and lime juice in a bowl. Toss together and then marinate for at least 30 minutes. You can marinate up to 4 hours.
- Heat a skillet on the stove-top over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook each side 3-4 minutes, or until the center reaches 160°F. Remove and let rest. Tent with foil.
- If there's enough room, you can add the bell peppers and onion in with the meat half way through. You may need to add a little more olive oil if they're sticking. Cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Then remove from heat.
- Slice chicken against the grain after it has rested at least 5 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup rice to 4 bowls. Then divide the chicken, vegetables and beans on top. Then add the pico de gallo and top with your favorite toppings. Serve while warm.
Notes
- Some other great add in’s while cooking the bell peppers are mushrooms, zucchini or corn.
- These bowls are delicious served with cilantro lime rice and cilantro lime dressing.
- You can also serve this over a bed of lettuce.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
Did you make this recipe? Don’t forget to give it a star rating below!
Categorized as: Chicken, Cinco De Mayo, Dairy-Free, Dinner, Gluten-Free, Meal Prep, Mexican, Nut-Free, Stovetop
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
So yummy! I made these last night to mix up our taco night and they were. hit!
I seriously could eat this weekly!! It’s hearty & so tasty!! I love bowls, because you can add in or take out what you like & there are always so many delicious flavors!
This has become my new go-to lunch!! It’s so easy to prepare and it tastes amazing!
Came out great! The kids loved making their own bowls. Thanks for sharing!
You are so welcome! My kids love them too :)
This was so tasty and fresh. Will definitely be making again!
These fajitas bowls are great for meal prep! Healthy, flavorful and delicious!
I love make ahead lunches! They make the week so much easier!
Love this for lunch! I need to be better at make-ahead meals, and this recipe gives me hope! It looks fab!
This is my kind of lunch, and I love that you can make it ahead of time!
What a terrific idea, these sound so flavorful!
Wow!! I love these fajita bowls!! So good!!
You’ve *bowled* me over with your chicken fajita bowls. Then you knocked me over when you served them in a jar! Brilliant!!!
I could eat this for lunch everyday! Yum!