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Zesty Chicken Fajita Skewers with Cilantro Lime Quinoa

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Zesty Chicken Fajita Skewers with Cilantro Lime Quinoa

Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken skewers with vibrant fajita veggies, served over a fresh cilantro lime quinoa. This healthy, family-friendly Mexican-inspired meal is quick to prepare and sure to satisfy everyone.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 large bell peppers, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, toss the chicken, bell peppers, and onion with the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

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