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Keto Chicken Fajita Bowl - Fast, Flavorful, and Low-Carb

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • Bell peppers: 3 medium (mix of red, yellow, green), sliced into strips
  • Onion: 1 medium yellow or red onion, thinly sliced
  • Avocado oil or olive oil: 2–3 tablespoons
  • Lime: 1 fresh lime (zest and juice)
  • Fresh cilantro: Small handful, chopped (optional but brightens everything)
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper: To taste
  • Spices: 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
  • Cauliflower rice: 4 cups (fresh or frozen), for the base
  • Toppings (optional but recommended): Sliced avocado, sour cream or Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, jalapeño slices

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken and veggies: Slice chicken into thin strips. Slice peppers and onion. Mince garlic. This helps everything cook quickly and evenly.
  2. Mix the spice blend: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Season the chicken: Toss the chicken with half the spice blend, half the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon oil, and the zest of half a lime. Set aside while you heat the pan.
  4. Sear the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high with 1 tablespoon oil. Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring once or twice, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Sauté peppers and onions: Add another 1 tablespoon oil to the same skillet. Add peppers and onion with a pinch of salt. Cook 5–6 minutes until tender-crisp with some char. Add remaining garlic and the rest of the spice blend. Stir 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Bring it together: Return chicken to the skillet. Squeeze in the juice of half a lime. Toss to coat. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lime as needed. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  7. Cook the cauliflower rice: In a separate pan, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium. Add cauliflower rice with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes until hot and just tender. Squeeze in a little lime juice if you like.
  8. Assemble the bowls: Spoon cauliflower rice into bowls. Top with the chicken and veggies. Add your favorite toppings: avocado, sour cream, cheese, pico, jalapeños, and extra cilantro.