Description

A quick and flavorful meal prep solution featuring air-fried chicken and vegetables served over rice, designed to stay fresh and juicy for up to four days.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 large bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into half-moons
1 large yellow onion, sliced into half-moons
1 small red onion, sliced
2 cups white or brown rice (dry)
3 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil (divided)
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning (divided)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup medium salsa
2 limes, cut into wedges
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse 2 cups of rice under cold water until clear. Add to a rice cooker with 2.5 cups of water and cook according to package directions, undercooking by 2 minutes.
In a large bowl, toss chicken cubes with 2 tablespoons avocado oil, 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Let sit for 10 minutes.
In a separate bowl, toss sliced bell peppers and onions with 1 tablespoon avocado oil, 1 teaspoon fajita seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Cook chicken in a single layer for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Without preheating, cook vegetables in the air fryer at 390°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway, until tender-crisp with charred edges.
Let all components cool for 5 minutes to prevent condensation.
Assemble bowls in 4-compartment containers: 1/2 cup rice, chicken, and vegetables. Store toppings separately or on top if consuming within 3 days.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure proper roasting instead of steaming. Cool food completely before storing to prevent sogginess. Add fresh lime juice right before eating, not before storing. Rice can be undercooked slightly as it will finish steaming in the container.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/2
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6
Sodium: 600
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 40
Fiber: 4
Protein: 35

Keywords: air fryer, chicken fajita bowls, meal prep, healthy dinner, quick meals, batch cooking, high protein