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colorful Chicken Fajita Rice

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Colorful Chicken Fajita Rice is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and fluffy rice seasoned with Mexican spices for a delicious, wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add rice to the skillet and stir to combine with vegetables.
  5. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  8. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and gently fluff the rice to combine everything well.
  9. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño when sautéing the vegetables or sprinkle with hot sauce before serving.

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