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Healthy Fajita Bowl For Easy Meal Prep (gluten-free)

02/15/2018 by fitasamamabear

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Packed with flavor from homemade fajita seasoning, these gluten-free chicken fajita bowls make a wicked meal prep recipe! Topped with juicy chicken and seasoned veggies, these bowls are an awesome 30-minute, gluten-free, weeknight dinner recipe

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Stop asking "what's for dinner" tonight and have a plan! These chicken fajita bowls are the PERFECT meal prep recipe because they're so easy to customize!

Topped with peppers seasoned in homemade fajita spice, these bowls can be mixed and matched with anything you have in the fridge.

As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I know you'll fall in love with this burrito bowl recipe because it's:

  • Allergy-friendly (dairy-free, gluten-free)
  • Easy to make
  • On the table in just 30-minutes
  • Tasty the next day

Stop guessing and rock a dinner plan to keep your sanity. This is actually one of the meals in my 30 day dinner plan with dairy-free gluten-free dinner ideas.

Ingredients You'll Need

Cooked Chicken Breasts: part of easy meal prep is making sure you always have protein in the fridge! It doesn't matter how you cook the chicken breasts just that they're ready to be seasoned.

Bell peppers: slice them thinls so that they cook faster but know that julienned carrots will work too.

Sweet onion: a classic for fajiat bowls, make sure to use sweet onion (not regular) for maximum flavor.

Frozen corn: gives the bowls a classic burrito feel, canned or frozen works.

Homemade fajita seasoning: a unique blend of spices for maximum flavor. Use fresh spices to make the blend more deliciously potent.

Cooked rice: though white rice is used, brown rice works just as well! Make sure there's rice pre-cooked to make these bowls as easy as possible!

Step By Step Photos

Sliced red and and orange bell peppers and onion on a wooden cutting board
Prep the veggies.
Sliced red and orange bell peppers with onions cooking in a large wok with fajita seasoning
Sautee the veggies in the homemade fajita seasoning.
Pieces of grilled chicken breast cooking
Reheat the chicken in the seasoning.
Featured image: chicken fajita bowl on rice with corn, peppers and tomatoes
Top with your favorites like cashew sour cream and enjoy.

Homemade Fajita Seasoning

These chicken fajita bowls use a tasty, homemade fajita seasoning to boost their flavor. While grabbing a pack of taco seasoning will work too, making your own has its benefits:

  • No preservatives
  • No sweeteners or dyes
  • Controlled flavors

Made from simple spices like chili powder, cumin, garlic, and onion, homemade fajita seasoning is an easy addition to any meal (like these sheet pan steak fajitas).

Whip up a batch and store it in an airtight jar in the cupboard for use on these fajita bowls, taco night or just to season some barbeque chicken!

 

How To Use The Fajita Bowls For Meal Prep

One of the reasons this burrito bowl recipe is so helpful to busy moms is that they can be made and prepped in advance!

Follow the steps below and save yourself some time by using these fajita bowls for grab-and-go lunches (this Teriyaki chicken works too!!

  • Cook the rice according to package directions
  • Cook the peppers, onions in a pan with the taco spices and season the chicken
  • In containers, divide the rice, and pepper, and chicken mixture
  • Top each bowl with canned corn, avocado, and tomatoes

That’s it! This bowl recipe makes four servings.

 

Topping The Bowls

While the recipe calls for salsa to top the bowls, there’s no reason not to get creative! Adding in a few more flavors you have on hand can make the chicken fajita bowls seem new each time you make them.

Try the following toppings and see what you like best:

  • Avocado
  • Fresh salsa
  • Kimchi (learn more about the benefits of kimchi!)
  • Squirt of lime juice
  • Cashew sour cream
  • Pickled red onion
  • Roasted root vegetables in place of peppers during the winter months
  • Easy sauerkraut with apples and bacon

Likewise, have the toppings on the dinner table and let everyone create their own bowl! This is a great way to get kids interested in healthy food.

Plus, you can interchange the ingredients in the bowl to create a fresh, healthy fajita bowl each time (like using a blackstone fried rice as the base!).

 

Making The Chicken Fajita Bowl Paleo & Whole30 Approved

While these chicken fajita burrito bowls are dairy-free and gluten-free, you may need more. If you’re following a specific diet you’ll need to tweak the recipe slightly.

Instead of white or brown rice, use cauliflower rice!

Cauliflower rice is a great way to boost veggie intake, scale back carbs slightly and make this recipe whole30 approved.

Plus, you can make it ahead of time and portion it out just like regular rice.

 

Important Teaching Tips

In order to make this chicken fajita bowl a 30-minute meal, you need to cook the rice and chicken ahead of time. This is a basic meal prep tips for busy lifestyles.

If you’re short on time or spices, you can definitely use a store-bought taco or fajita mix.

Though coconut oil is listed, avocado oil will work. Olive oil though doesn't have a high enough heat point.

Use cauliflower rice to make this recipe paleo and whole30 approved.

 

Easy Healthy Weeknight Dinner Recipes

If you’re looking for even easier, healthy dinner recipes, check out The Busy Moms E-Cookbook,- simple dinners for busy moms where I’ve gathered 30 healthy dinner recipes that can be made in thirty minutes or less.

From easy vegan tacos to beef and quinoa chili, simple chicken pasta to a bok choy and mushroom bowl. These dinner recipes share a few things in common:

  • They are healthy and simple to make
  • All of the recipes are dairy-free or could easily be made dairy-free
  • The majority of the recipes are gluten-free
  • All of the recipes are real-food based and focus on nutrients not fillers
  • They’re all tasty!
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To make dinner-time even LESS stressful, I’ve also included several bonus tips on food prep, pantry staples, and how to make healthy eating simple. Grab your copy of The Busy Mom’s E-Cookbook.

 

Frequently Asked Questions About Healthy Chicken Fajita Bowls

Can you make the fajita bowl with beef?

The chicken in this fajita bowl recipe is definitely interchangeable and beef can be used. You can either directly replace the chicken with it if it's already cooked, or you can pan fry it before seasoning and add in the veggies once it's mostly cooked through.

What do I do with leftover ingredients?

Though you can easily make another fajita with any leftovers, you can also toss the ingredients with some gluten-free noodles the next day to make a fajita-based pasta! This also makes a great lunch meal prep recipe.

Other Dinner Recipes You'll Love

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  • Sheet pan steak fajitas
  • Slow cooker balsamic chicken
  • Stovetop venison stew
  • Baked teriyaki chicken thighs
  • 30-minute teriyaki meatballs
  • One-pot chicken alfredo
  • One-pot sausage and tomato pasta
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chicken fajita burrito bowl on rice in a white bowl with lime on the side

Chicken Fajita Burrito Bowls

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An easy, healthy meal prep recipe for lunch or dinner! This gluten-free chicken fajita bowl is packed with flavor from homemade fajita seasoning
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
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Total Time 25 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 586 kcal

Equipment

  • Wok for cooking

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts cooked and chopped
  • 2 large bell peppers
  • Β½ sweet onion
  • 3 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 4 cups rice cooked (about 1.5 cup uncooked)
  • 4 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned

Fajita Seasoning

  • 2 tbs chili powder
  • 1 tbs cumin
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • Β½ tbs garlic granules
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Β½ teaspoon paprika

Instructions
 

  • Chop the bell peppers and onions into small strips.
  • In a large pan, heat one tablespoon of coconut oil slightly over medium heat.
  • Once hot, add in the peppers and onions. Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes.
  • Sprinkle ΒΎ of the seasoning over the peppers. Cook another two minutes tossing to coat.
  • Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Keep the pan on the burner and add remaining oil.
  • Place the chicken and the remaining seasoning over the chicken and toss to coat (one to two minutes).
  • Assemble to bowls: place the rice on the bottom and top the bowl with corn, peppers, tomatoes and chicken.
  • Serve with your favorite cashew sour creme, lime juice, or kimchi.

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Notes

In order to make these bowls a 30-minute meal, you need to cook the rice and chicken ahead of time.Β 
If you’re short on time or spices, you can definitely use a store-bought taco or fajita mix.
Use cauliflower rice in place of white or brown rice to make this recipe paleo and whole30 approved.
Disclaimer:

Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"

Nutrition

Calories: 586kcalCarbohydrates: 79gProtein: 33gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 797mgPotassium: 1176mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4351IUVitamin C: 99mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 4mg
Keyword 30 minute meals, chicken dinner
Have You Tried This Recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment below. Mention @fitasamamabear or tag #fitasamamabear!

 

These chicken fajita bowls are perfect for busy moms. They're quick to whip up, easy to customize, and just as delicious, but much more filling, as traditional fajitas. Make your weeknights easier and build a bowl for dinner!

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Comments

  1. GiGi Eats

    February 15, 2018 at 1:41 pm

    I actually REALLY LOVE chicken FAJITAS and my husband and I are trying to figure out recipes he and I can make TOGETHER and EAT TOGETHER... So I feel like THIS will definitely be one of them!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 15, 2018 at 5:13 pm

      How can you not love chicken fajitas! It's all the yummy in one πŸ˜€ The bowls are fun.. even my hubby liked it and he's picky on my "suspicious food" as hell πŸ˜›

      Reply
  2. linda spiker

    February 15, 2018 at 3:01 pm

    I love a good rice bowl! Yum!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 15, 2018 at 5:16 pm

      Same here!

      Reply
  3. Raia Todd

    February 15, 2018 at 4:15 pm

    Sounds delicious! I love all the peppers. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 15, 2018 at 5:17 pm

      They make it so colorful and I love color!

      Reply
  4. Melissa @Real Nutritious Living

    February 15, 2018 at 8:47 pm

    Oh yum! I love the flexibility so everyone ends up happy!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 16, 2018 at 12:20 am

      Yes! It's important in our house lol

      Reply
  5. The Food Hunter

    February 15, 2018 at 10:32 pm

    This sounds like a delicious option for dinner tonight

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 16, 2018 at 12:20 am

      Yay! Dooo it πŸ™‚

      Reply
  6. Carol Little R.H.

    February 15, 2018 at 11:01 pm

    Who doesn't love fajitas? The flavours are fabulous! Love this healthy version! Yes I'm all about making my own seasonings -- so we can control the ingredients!
    Thanks for sharing !!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 16, 2018 at 12:21 am

      Thanks for checking it out- It's so much better to make your own seasoning, then you can tweak to your flavor preference!

      Reply

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