Description
A high-protein, vibrant bowl featuring seared chicken, caramelized peppers, and onions served over a bed of fluffy rice. Bold Tex-Mex flavors with a fresh lime finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 lime, juiced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Toss chicken strips with 1 tbsp olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with the remaining oil until shimmering.
- Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until charred but still crisp.
- Return chicken to the pan and stir in lime juice, tossing to combine for 1 minute.
- Divide cooked rice into four bowls and top with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex