Homemade Chicken Fajita Bowl
A Homemade Chicken Fajita Bowl is a vibrant, customizable Tex-Mex dish that features sizzling, seasoned chicken strips served over a base of rice or greens, loaded with colorful sautéed bell peppers, onions, and classic toppings like cheese, salsa, and avocado. It deconstructs the traditional fajita into a hearty, all-in-one bowl format.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This bowl is typically a well-balanced, protein-rich meal, with the chicken providing lean protein and the vegetables adding fiber and vitamins. Depending on the base and toppings, a standard serving generally falls in the 500-700 calorie range.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin A | 250 mcg RAE |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Folate | 95 mcg |
| Magnesium | 65 mg |
Per 1 bowl (approx. 450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish is a modern, convenient twist on the classic fajita, which itself has roots in Mexican ranch workers' cuisine along the Texas-Mexico border. Its 'bowl' format makes it highly adaptable for various dietary preferences, like low-carb or high-protein diets.
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