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Zesty Lemon-Garlic Chicken Fajita Bowls

Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Zesty Lemon-Garlic Chicken Fajita Bowls

Tender chicken thighs in a vibrant lemon-garlic marinade, served over a bed of rice and veggie fajita mix. A fun, family-friendly global feast!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 cups brown rice, cooked
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 4 lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large resealable bag, combine the chicken, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.

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