Description
Sizzling chicken fajita burrito bowls bring Mexican-inspired flavors to dinner tables. Layers of seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty rice create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala)
- 1 package (11 oz / 311 g) soft caramel candies, unwrapped
- 2 tbsps heavy cream (or milk)
- Wooden sticks or skewers
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed nuts (peanuts, almonds, or pecans)
- Mini marshmallows
- Sprinkles
- Crushed graham crackers
- Sea salt
Instructions
- Searing Chicken: Heat skillet over medium-high heat and coat chicken strips with a robust spice blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Cooking Protein: Drizzle olive oil into skillet and cook chicken until golden-brown and fully cooked, then transfer to a resting plate.
- Vegetable Preparation: Swiftly slice bell peppers and onions into uniform strips and sauté in the same skillet until slightly caramelized and tender.
- Rice Foundation: Cook rice and infuse with lime juice and cilantro, creating a zesty base for the burrito bowl.
- Bowl Assembly: Layer rice as the foundation, then strategically arrange spice-infused chicken, sautéed vegetables, and sprinkle shredded cheese.
- Final Touches: Crown the bowl with a dollop of sour cream, fresh salsa, and chopped cilantro. Optionally garnish with sliced avocado or jalapeños for personalized heat and texture.
Notes
- Optimize Chicken Seasoning: Massage spices directly into chicken strips for deeper flavor penetration and more even coating.
- Control Skillet Temperature: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve golden-brown exterior without burning chicken or vegetables.
- Prep Vegetables Uniformly: Cut bell peppers and onions in similar-sized strips to ensure consistent cooking and balanced texture.
- Layer Flavors Strategically: Add fresh herbs and citrus elements like cilantro and lime juice at the end to preserve their bright, vibrant taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg