Description
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Ingredients
For the Fajita Seasoning
1tablespoonChilli Powder
3/4teaspoonCayenne Pepper
1teaspoonCumin Powder
1teaspoonBlack Pepper, ground
1teaspoonSalt
For the Quinoa
1cupQuinoa
1/4teaspoonSalt
1/4cupCilantro
2teaspoonsLime Juice
For the Chicken and Peppers
2tablespoonOlive Oil
1teaspoonGarlic, minced
1tablespoonLime Juice
6Chicken Thighs , boneless and skinless (cut into thin strips)
1/2teaspoonSalt
2Red Bell Peppers, deseeded and sliced
2Yellow Bell Peppers, deseeded and sliced
1Green Bell Pepper, deseeded and sliced
1Onion, sliced (large)
Other Toppings
Diced Avocados
Lime Wedges
Guacamole
Instructions
Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Lunch Bowls with cilantro lime quinoa is a healthy, tasty, fast recipe to make lunch prep for weekdays super easy!
- To make the fajita seasoning, mix together chilli powder, cayenne pepper, cumin powder, ground pepper and salt in a bowl and set aside.
Start by adding half the fajita seasoning, minced garlic, lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the chicken. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and add the chicken to the pan and cook for 10-12 minutes till the chicken is cooked through and slightly crispy.
- Remove the chicken on a plate, and add onions and bell peppers to the pan. Add the remaining fajita seasoning and stir fry for 3-4 minutes on high heat.
Meanwhile start cooking the quinoa. Start by washing it a few times in cold water. Add quinoa, two cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes till the quinoa is cooked through and soft and fluffy. Once the quinoa is cooked through, add lime juice and cilantro and mix.
Assembling the Meal Prep Bowls
- To assemble the chicken fajita meal prep lunch bowls, divide quinoa evenly into the bowls. Divide the chicken and peppers on top. Let them cool slightly before placing the lids on top and refrigerating.
- To serve, remove the lid on the containers and heat them in the microwave. Top with your favourite topping and enjoy!
