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Chicken and Bell Peppers Rice Bowl with Spices
Rice bowls are some of my favorite recipes, and most have a cooking time of under 30 minutes to make. This Chicken and Bell Peppers Rice Bowl is a simple recipe with a spicy flavor. It’s hearty, healthy, filling, and makes a budget-friendly dinner. You’ll love this delicious meal that’s perfect for busy school days too.
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Yes, I have another rice bowl recipe for you!
If you enjoy easy meals like burrito bowls, Buddha bowls, or even a sweet breakfast bowl, then this Chicken Fajita Bowl is a great option for you. It’s one of those simple recipes that’s easy to make and heats up well the next day.
It’s a budget-friendly dinner with minimal ingredients and even fewer dishes. This recipe will save you time, stress, money, and washing up afterward.
It can make an extra light and perfect weeknight dinner that’s a treat for the whole family. Everyone can choose their favorite toppings and enjoy a complete meal. It’s the perfect summer comfort food or a great weeknight meal that can easily be a packed lunch the next day.
This Chicken Vegetable Rice Bowl with Spices is made with simple ingredients which include cooked chicken breasts, colorful veggies, paprika, salt, and pepper, all on a bed of cooked rice and garnished with fresh chopped dill. The paprika gives out those Spanish vibes.
All the flavors come together so perfectly with each ingredient seasoning the next. You can even make it a little bit spicier if your family can handle it. So go ahead and start cooking this easy Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowl! You’ll absolutely devour it at dinner tonight!
Why You’ll Love the Chicken Rice Bowl
- It’s made with simple ingredients and fresh ingredients that you already have at home or can easily get at the local grocery store.
- Short cooking time so you can finish the entire meal in less than 30 minutes.
- It’s very satisfying and filling and the best part is it’s a healthy balanced meal with protein, carbs, and veggies.
- You can meal prep the dish and take it to work the next day. It keeps you full for hours and you won’t be running around the office looking for a vending machine snack.
- This delicious dinner is budget-friendly, kid-friendly, and perfect for a busy weeknight.
- It’s versatile. You can add lots of different toppings like avocado, lime wedges, shredded lettuce, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.
Key Ingredients for a Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl
Cooked Rice: You will need 1/2 cup of cooked rice for 1 rice bowl.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: For cooking chicken and vegetables.
Boneless-Skinless Chicken breast: You can also use boneless skinless thighs if you prefer. For 1 bowl, you need 1 cooked chicken breast.
Fresh Vegetables: Red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and green bell pepper add a burst of color and flavor to the dish.
Fresh dill: To garnish.
Along with those ingredients, you will need some spices: salt and pepper to taste, olive oil, and paprika.
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
How to Make the Chicken and Bell Peppers Rice Bowl
Step 1: Cook the rice
Cook rice according to the package. (You need 1/2 cup of rice). Once done, set aside.
Step 2: Slice chicken and veggies
As the rice cooks slice the chicken breast into strips, and add 1/2 of the three different sweet bell peppers into a bowl.
Step 3: Season Chicken
Add black pepper, olive oil, salt, and paprika to the chicken. Mix everything and let marinate for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Stir fry the chicken and fresh ingredients
Heat skillet to a medium-low heat. Add marinated ingredients to the skillet and sauté for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. When the chicken is golden brown, remove from heat.
Step 5: Assemble the dish
Place the rice in a small bowl and add the cooked chicken and vegetables on top.
Step 6: Garnish and serve!
Garnish with fresh dill. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy every bite!
Expert Tips
- Olive oil can be substituted for avocado oil, ghee, or vegetable oil (only if you must).
- You can use steamed rice.
- For more flavor, cook rice in chicken broth instead of water.
- Dill can also be substituted for fresh cilantro, parsley, or green onions.
- If you prefer, add sweet orange peppers as well.
- Use any rice that you prefer in this recipe. Instant rice can also be used.
- Extra spices like chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, chopped jalapeño, red chili flakes, and hot sauce can be added for much flavor and a spicy kick.
- You can add some lemon juice or lime juice at the end for extra brightness.
How to Store leftovers of the Chicken Fajita Bowl
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The fastest way to reheat a rice bowl is in the microwave, but it’s not the best way.
- Instead, in a large skillet on medium heat, warm up a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Then add the leftovers and mix till warm, or to your liking temperature. This should only take a couple of minutes. Enjoy your delicious meal!
- You can freeze this dish. Allow it to cool, then freeze it in an airtight container or freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Defrost it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Recipe FAQs
Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, which increases muscle mass. It’s also a good source of vitamin D, zinc, and iron. EVOO is often referred to as the healthiest oil in the world. It contains plenty of beneficial fatty acids and a substantial amount of antioxidants.
Rice contains fiber, which can help lower cholesterol. Sweet bell peppers are rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and potassium. They also contain fiber, folate, and iron.
Yes, you could grill the chicken and peppers making it in a frying pan. Make sure to use a grill basket.
You can use white rice such as basmati rice or jasmine rice. I use white rice in this recipe, but brown rice is a great alternative to white rice. If you don’t want to use either, you could also swap for Farro or quinoa.
Yes, chicken thighs are a good alternative to chicken breasts. Keep in mind chicken thighs take several more minutes to cook.
This is a complete meal on its own but you can serve it with other side dishes such as Brussels sprouts, a Superfood Salad, or Easy Roasted Okra with Simple Yogurt Dipping Sauce.
Yes, chicken thighs are a good alternative to chicken breasts. Keep in mind chicken thighs take several more minutes to cook.
So go ahead and start cooking this easy Chicken and Veggie Rice Bowl! You’ll absolutely devour it at dinner tonight!
Enjoy some more tasty homemade rice recipes from the blog
- Veggies and eggs pair so well in this Healthy Fried Cauliflower Rice with Veggies. It’s quick and easy to make too!
- This Easy and Light Chicken Meatball Soup with Rice is delicious, flavorful, oh-so-satisfying, and uses simple ingredients you probably have at home.
- This is the Best One Pot Chicken and Rice Plov Recipe. It’s an amazing and savory one-pot meal with rice, chicken, onions, and carrots.
Other chicken recipes you should try
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Chicken and Bell Peppers Rice Bowl with Spices
Equipment
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bowl
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Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup cooked rice
- 1 chicken breast boneless & skinless
- ½ red bell pepper sliced
- ½ yellow bell pepper sliced
- ½ green bell pepper sliced
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- fresh dill, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook rice according to the package. (You will need ½ cup of rice.)½ cup cooked rice
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Slice 1 chicken breast, and ½ of three different bell peppers into a bowl.1 chicken breast, ½ red bell pepper, ½ yellow bell pepper, ½ green bell pepper
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Add black pepper, olive oil, salt, and paprika to the chicken. Mix everything together and let marinate for 5 minutes.½ tsp ground black pepper, 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp paprika
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Heat skillet to a medium-low heat. Add marinated ingredients to the skillet and saute for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and add to cooked rice. Garnish with fresh dill.fresh dill,
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinade the chicken with spices for longer, can even be over night.
Marina my husband loves everything with bell peppers/fajita veggies. So I’m always looking for meals to add them to. This was such a hit! My husband has asked me to make this twice since! Thank you.
This dish is delicious!