Chicken Fajita Tortilla Bowls

 

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Vegetables:

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons chili powder or Tajin
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 3 bell peppers, sliced
• 3-4 cups cooked rice
• 3 cups grilled corn kernels
• 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
• Shredded lettuce, for serving
• Mashed/whipped avocado, for serving
• Jalapeños, for serving
• Fresh cilantro, for serving
• Tortillas, for serving

For the Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette:

• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup salsa verde
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 teaspoons spicy honey
• 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken:

   • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken, smoked paprika, chili powder (or Tajin), cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
   • Cook until the chicken is seared all over and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the chopped garlic. Cook for 1 minute, then remove the chicken and garlic from the skillet. Set aside.

2. Cook the Vegetables:

   • In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the bell peppers, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the peppers are tender, about 5 minutes.

3. Combine Chicken and Vegetables:

   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Toss to combine.

4. Make the Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette:

   • In a glass jar or bowl, combine the olive oil, salsa verde, lime juice, spicy honey, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt to taste. Shake or whisk until well combined.

5. Assemble the Bowls:

   • Spoon the chicken and pepper mixture over bowls of cooked rice.
   • Top with grilled corn, shredded lettuce, and crumbled cotija cheese.
   • Sprinkle the corn with chili powder or Tajin.
   • Drizzle with the cilantro lime vinaigrette.
   • Finish with mashed or whipped avocado, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cilantro.

6. Serve:

   • Serve with tortillas on the side.

Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying bowls!

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Feel free to adjust the spice levels and toppings to your taste. This recipe makes a delightful and complete meal that’s sure to please!