Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (2024)

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Hey guys! It’s Tieghan here, I’m back today to share an easy bowl recipe that Hannah and I are obsessed with, sheet pan chicken fajita bowls.

As some you know, Hannah has just started to get into cooking and is on the lookout for easy, healthy, and delicious recipes she can make after coming home from work, or simply for a girl’s night in. It’s not easy to have a recipe that fits into all three of those categories, but these sheet pan fajitas do.

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These bowls are one of those recipes that are likely to become a weekly thing. They’re just so simple, so fast, and so amazingly good! One pan, healthy ingredients, and ready in about thirty minutes. Basically, mine (and Hannah’s) dream weeknight dinner, especially when accompanied with a side of chips and guacamole. And OK, if we’re being honest, a margarita too!

Here’s how to make these easy fajita bowls. Arrange all of your chicken, veggies, and seasonings on a sheet and bake in the oven for twenty minutes or so, until the peppers are charred and the chicken has cooked through. While the fajitas are roasting away in the oven, make some rice for your fajita bowls. I highly, recommend a bag of frozen brown rice from Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s. Lifesaver.

Tip: keep bags of frozen brown rice in your freezer for easy meals throughout the week. Brown rice is the perfect base for all kinds of recipes. Just right for using in roasted veggie bowls…and these chicken fajitas bowls.

When the chicken is done, it’s assembly time. In a bowl layer the rice, chicken, peppers, avocado, a sprinkle of cheese, and some tortilla chips. And done. Yes you guys, it’s just that simple.

Trust me, anyone can make these bowls, and you will love them!

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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4

1 1/2poundsboneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1tablespoonchili powder
1teaspooncumin
1teaspoonsmoked paprika
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoonkosher salt and pepper
3tablespoonsextra olive oil
1orange and (1) red bell pepper, sliced
1poblano pepper, sliced
1yellow onion, thinly sliced
juice of 1 lime, plus more for serving
1/4cupfresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for serving
2cupscooked brown rice or quinoa, for serving
½ cup shredded cheddar or crumbled feta cheese
1 avocado, sliced
plain Greek yogurt, for serving
favorite salsa, for serving
tortilla chips, for serving

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. On a large baking sheet, toss together the chicken, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and pepper, plus 2 tablespoons olive oil. Scoot the chicken to one side of the pan, arranging it in an even layer.
3. To the opposite side of the pan, add the peppers, onions and remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-35 minutes or until the chicken has cooked through and the peppers are beginning to char.
4. Remove from the oven and toss everything together with the lime juice and cilantro.
5. To serve, divide the rice among bowls. Top with the chicken, peppers, cheese, avocado, and salsa. Serve with tortilla chips.

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Hey guys! Hannah hopping on really quick to tell you just how much I love this dish. I actually ended up making it twice since we shot this post! And trust me when I tell you if I can do it- so can you. And yes, I did take a shot of tequila while the chicken was in the oven. I was feeling the vibe, okay?

So are you going to make the sheet pan chicken fajita bowls this weekend? Let us know in the comments below and have a great Friday!

x Half Baked Harvest & Hannah

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11 responses to “Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One”

  1. Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (14)Blu says:

    June 18, 2018 at 8:50 AM

    I’ve never tried a sheet pan recipe out of fear of the veggies being soggy, but this looks good! I’m aso tempted to add cheese and turn it into a quesadilla with the leftovers!

    Blu
    http://www.liveloveblu.com | wellness & healthy living

    • Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (15)Hannah Nunez says:

      June 19, 2018 at 12:49 PM

      Just be light with the olive oil and you’ll be fine! Trust me, it tastes SO good! x

  2. June 17, 2018 at 4:39 PM

    This looks super delicious and healthy! <3 🙂 I've been loving all of the healthy and tasty recipes on the blog lately! Can't wait to try!

    XO, Elizabeth
    http://clothestoyouuu.com/

    • Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (17)Hannah Nunez says:

      June 19, 2018 at 12:49 PM

      So glad you loved it Elizabeth! I literally made this recipe last night, SO easy and SO good! x

  3. Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (18)Jandrew says:

    June 17, 2018 at 2:52 PM

    Yum always looking for new recipes . This one sounds easy and fast too. I’m having it this week .
    Jandrew
    Dress The Part
    http://www.jandrewspeaks.com

    • Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (19)Hannah Nunez says:

      June 19, 2018 at 12:49 PM

      You’ll love it! x

      • Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (20)Jandrew says:

        June 22, 2018 at 11:36 AM

        Hannah I made this recipe this week,and wow , it’s now going on my weekly menu .
        Thanks
        Jandrew
        Dress The Part
        http://www.jandrewspeaks.com

  4. Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (21)Kathrin says:

    June 15, 2018 at 7:32 PM

    This really does look like it world be easy to make. It also looks delicious. I like both of these characteristics in a recipe.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

    • Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (22)Hannah Nunez says:

      June 19, 2018 at 12:49 PM

      Two of my favorite things in a recipe, too! x

  5. Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (23)My lovely people says:

    June 15, 2018 at 8:40 AM

    You are so funny. I could imagine how fun is for you to do this kind of post. This recipe looks delicious. I love Mexican food. So I’ll try for sure.

    New blog post: I’m sharing with you a lovely post about father’s day, and I’m showing you some cute photos of my recent trips with my father. Don’t miss it up!!!!! It’s really cute

    http://mylovelypeople.com/2018/06/15/happy-fathers-day/

    Kisses from Miami

    • Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (24)Hannah Nunez says:

      June 15, 2018 at 10:00 AM

      It was such a fun shoot! You’ll love the recipe, too. Easy AND yummy! x Hannah

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Super Easy Fajita Bowl Recipe for One (2024)

FAQs

Are chicken fajitas healthy for you? ›

A great way to eat healthily at a Mexican restaurant is to choose grilled foods. Instead of ordering a chimichanga or taquito, opt for steak, chicken or shrimp fajitas. Fajitas are much healthier than fried items but are just as filling; they taste even better when flavored with peppers and onions.

How many calories are in a fajita bowl? ›

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
325Calories
10gFat
42gCarbs
20gProtein
Sep 27, 2018

What is the most common meat used for fajitas? ›

Classic Tex Mex, fajitas (pronounced fah-hee-tas) are typically made with grilled strips of skirt steak with onions and bell peppers and served with fresh tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. You can make fajitas with steak or chicken, or even make it plain vegetarian.

What is the healthiest way to eat fajitas? ›

Using corn tortillas instead of the flour ones can cut calories, plus they're smaller so you're less likely to stuff them full. Alternatively, cut the tortilla altogether and have a fajita salad or enjoy your filling on top of a sweet potato.

Are fajitas good for diabetics? ›

The safest and most delicious low-carb dish for diabetics is fajitas. Fajitas are traditionally grilled meats and vegetables served with cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream in flour or corn tortillas. Ask to replace the flour tortillas with lettuce leaves or bring your own low-carb tortillas from home.

Are chicken fajitas bad for cholesterol? ›

Make chicken or shrimp fajitas.

Fajitas don't come with cheese, so the dish is fairly low in cholesterol. Add onions, green peppers, lettuce, and tomatoes as cholesterol-friendly toppings. Make sure to put them on corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.

How many calories in a fajita with beef and vegetables? ›

Beef Fajita With Vegetables (1 tortilla) contains 32.8g total carbs, 29.7g net carbs, 16.3g fat, 23.6g protein, and 375 calories.

Are fajitas high in calories? ›

Even a seemingly healthful order of grilled chicken fajitas with the standard accompaniments can top 1,500 calories, 150 grams of carbs and 1,600 mg sodium.

Is fajita seasoning high in calories? ›

1 teaspoon of fajita seasoning mix, dry (Old El Paso) contains 8 Calories. The macronutrient breakdown is 100% carbs, 0% fat, and 0% protein. This has a relatively high calorie density, with 282 Calories per 100g.

How are fajitas traditionally served? ›

Fajitas are a popular Tex-Mex dish made from grilled meat, usually beef or chicken, which is served on a sizzling hot skillet along with grilled onions and peppers. The meat and vegetables are served with warm tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa, allowing diners to create their own unique flavor combinations.

How do you serve and eat fajitas? ›

Accompaniments: Fajitas are usually served with warm tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and sometimes rice and beans.

What side dishes go with tortilla wraps? ›

The best side dishes to serve with wraps are French fries, crispy green beans, onion rings, avocado fries, salsa, corn on the cob, Brussels sprouts with bacon, coleslaw, sweet potato fries, Greek salad, hummus, chips and guacamole, quinoa salad, pasta salad, grilled vegetables, and fruit salad.

What do you put on a fajita bar? ›

Place the tortillas, steak, chicken, peppers, onions, guacamole, and salsa in separate serving dishes. Let each person make their own fajita by placing the fillings down the center of each tortilla and adding hot sauce. Serve warm.

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