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High Protein Chicken Fajita Bowl Recipe

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A nutrient-packed Mexican-American bowl with juicy chicken breast, colorful veggies, black beans, and zesty avocado. Packed with 40g protein per serving, this fajita bowl delivers balanced macronutrients and satisfying flavors for post-workout recovery or healthy dinners.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x

Ingredients

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2 lbs chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
1/2 cup frozen corn
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 lime, juiced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fajita seasoning (spicy or mild)
Salt to taste

Instructions

Preheat skillet to medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil
Sear chicken slices for 3-4 minutes each side until browned
Remove chicken and set aside
Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to skillet, cook veggies 3 minutes until slightly softened
Sprinkle fajita seasoning and salt over veggies
Return chicken to pan, mix gently and cook 2 more minutes
Divide ingredients into 4 bowls, top with black beans, corn, avocado, lime juice, and cilantro

Notes

Meal prep lasts 4 days refrigerated
Substitute tofu or tempeh for vegan option
Use red onion for natural sweetness
Add jalapenos for extra heat

  • Author: Sabella
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg