Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl (One Pan)
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl is a flavorful one-pan dinner made with juicy chicken, peppers, black beans, tomatoes, and seasoned rice.Everything cooks in one skillet for an easy meal with minimal cleanup.Ready in about 40 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep
Ingredients
- 1¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 3 cups chopped bell peppers about 2 medium
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1⅔ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 15-ounce can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2½ teaspoons chili powder divided
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin divided
- 2 cups instant brown rice
- 1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend halal-certified if needed
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet or deep sauté pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced chicken and season with 1½ teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook for about 6–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in the bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, fire-roasted tomatoes, and black beans.
- Stir in the remaining chili powder and cumin, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Add the instant brown rice and stir well so the rice is evenly coated and submerged in the liquid.
- Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 6–7 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Stir the cooked chicken back into the pan.
- Mix in the fresh lime juice, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro until everything is well combined.
- Serve the Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl warm with your favorite toppings
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be substituted to save time.
- Freshly shred your cheese for the best melting texture.
- Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, or sliced green onions.
- Pair with tortilla chips or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.