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Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

Published: Mar 20, 2019 · Modified: Jan 9, 2022 by Angela Allison · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Meal prep done right with this simple and delicious Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl. Served with healthy brown rice with black beans and salsa for an easy meal prep or weeknight dinner done in no time!

Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl with sheet pan chicken fajitas.

Get all of those delicious fajita flavors you crave in a bowl! This meal prep recipe for Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl is a great make-ahead meal. Perfect for a healthy and easy weeknight dinner, or prep on a Sunday and eat healthy all week.

Sheet Pan Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

Easy make-ahead sheet pan recipes are all the rage now, and I get it! Personally I love being able to make everything on a single pan without a lot of fuss. My super simple Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are still one of my favorite weeknight dinners and also serve as simple meal prep for the week.

Likewise, meal prep bowls are also super popular. People want to eat healthier which means meal prepping. However, you need to ensure that you have healthy choices available in your refrigerator. That’s why I love to make these bowls as an easy grab and go lunch or something healthy to take for work.

cook the chicken and bell peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet

To make Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl even easier, just line a baking sheet with foil for easy clean up. Place your chicken on one side of the pan, bell peppers and onions on the other.

sprinkle taco seasoning on the chicken and bell peppers

Sprinkle with taco seasoning and a splash of olive oil. I usually just use the McCormick Taco Seasoning that I buy in bulk, however if you prefer to make your own, check out this recipe for homemade taco seasoning.

Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

Bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes. Let the chicken sit for about five minutes before cutting into strips or bite-sized pieces.

How to Make Healthy Mexican Rice

My simple way to make the rice for this Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl only requires three ingredients: brown rice, black beans, and salsa. So simple, full of protein, and serves as the perfect base for this fajita bowl!

Just cook the brown rice according to package directions. Add in the black beans and salsa, then toss together.

brown rice, black beans, and salsa in a glass bowl

Love spicy food? Use your spicy salsa. I love that this is totally customizable to your taste buds. However, since this rice is tossed with other ingredients, I would say to go spicier than normal to really enhance the flavors.

healthy Mexican rice made with brown rice, black beans, and salsa

Assemble the Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

Lastly, assemble your bowls. Keep it simple and just do chicken, bell peppers, and rice. Moreover, you can add all of your favorite Mexican-inspired toppings.

Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

I like to top my bowls with shredded cheddar, sour cream or greek yogurt, lime wedges, cilantro, avocado, and some salsa. Then, just pack up for meal prep and you are good to go!

Love easy meal prep that involves a sheet pan? Me too! Be sure to check out my Meal Prep Salmon and Roasted Broccoli. And, for another easy recipe, don’t miss this simple Mango Black Bean Salad!

Hope you enjoyed this recipe. Comment below if you try it!

Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl

The perfect meal prep or quick weeknight dinner. Mexican Chicken Fajita Bowl is a healthy and delicious meal to make anytime. 
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 375kcal
Author: Angela Allison

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
  • 1 pound chicken breasts (flattened to even thickness)
  • 3 bell peppers, seeded and sliced
  • ½ large red onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup salsa
  • optional toppings: shredded cheese, lime wedges, sour cream, and salsa

Instructions

  • Cook brown rice in boiling water according to package directions. Set aside. 
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a sheet pan with foil or parchment. Place whole chicken breasts on one half of the sheet pan. Add the bell peppers and onions to the other side. Drizzle the chicken, peppers and onions with oil and sprinkle on taco seasoning. Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Once cooked, tent with foil and set aside for five minutes, then cut chicken into strips. 
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice with the black beans and salsa. 
  • To serve, add a scoop of brown rice and some diced chicken. Serve with toppings and more salsa if desired. 

Notes

This is a great make ahead meal that’s perfect for meal prep. Prepare the entire dish, portion into to-go containers and reheat for a quick and easy meal. 

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 844mg | Potassium: 1014mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2563IU | Vitamin C: 97mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Anjali

    May 03, 2021 at 3:18 pm

    5 stars
    This fajita bowl recipe was so easy to make and the taco seasoning gave the whole dish great flavor! Perfect for a busy weeknight!

    Reply
  2. Irina

    May 03, 2021 at 2:35 pm

    5 stars
    I made this recipe for our lunch today, and it turned out perfect! We are never tired of trying new chicken recipes. Please, create more. 🙂

    Reply
  3. HEATHER PERINE

    May 03, 2021 at 2:08 pm

    5 stars
    I love sheet pan dinners! And we are huge fans of burrito bowls around here, can’t wait to try this for dinner!

    Reply
  4. Beth

    May 03, 2021 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    This was such a hit here and so flavorful! Definitely one of our favorites to make for dinner! Making this again soon.

    Reply
  5. Sara Welch

    May 03, 2021 at 1:11 pm

    5 stars
    Enjoyed this for dinner last night and it did not disappoint! Quick, easy and perfect for busy weeknights!

    Reply
    • angelakallison

      May 03, 2021 at 1:18 pm

      So happy you liked it!

      Reply

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