Honey Chipotle Chicken Fajita Bowls
Honey Chipotle Chicken Fajita Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender marinated chicken with colorful sautéed vegetables, all topped with fresh cilantro. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, delivering a delightful balance of sweet and spicy in every bite. Serve over rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together honey, chipotle peppers, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Cook Chicken: Push veggies to one side of the skillet and add marinated chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through (7-10 minutes).
- Assemble Bowls: Layer rice or quinoa at the bottom of serving bowls. Top with sautéed veggies and chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with black beans or grilled vegetables. Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of chipotle peppers used. Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.