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Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Bowls Recipe

Delicious healthy Chicken Fajita bowls bursting with flavor right from your Instant Pot in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 fajita bowls
Calories: 250 kcal
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • Ingredients
  • For the Fajita Chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric
  • 2 large or 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ? cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ½ sweet onion sliced
  • 1 red pepper sliced
  • 1 orange pepper sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • To garnish all optional and to taste:
  • rice
  • Caulliflower rice
  • Black or Refried Beans
  • Avocado or guacamole
  • Tomatoes or Salsa
  • Charred Corn
  • parsley or cilantro
  • Sour Cream or Crema

Instructions

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  1. Heat the Instant Pot using the Saute-Normal function. Add the olive oil. 
  2. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over all sides of the chicken breasts. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and sear for 1-2 minutes per side. 
  3. After searing both sides, add the water and lime juice. Place the sweet onion, red pepper, orange pepper, and garlic on top of the chicken. Attach the lid and ensure the valve is in the sealing position. Turn the Instant Pot to the Pressure Cook-High Pressure setting and set the timer for 10 minutes. 
  4. Once the Instant Pot has finished cooking, release the pressure manually by switching the valve to the “venting” position. 
  5. Remove the chicken and shred it. Transfer the chicken and peppers to a baking sheet. Broil on High for 3-5 minutes, or until the edges have started to crisp and char. Serve with your favorite garnishes. 

Notes

  • If you don’t want to make your own spice rub, you can substitute 2 tablespoons of your favorite taco or fajita seasoning blend. 
  • You can use any peppers you have on hand-- I like the sweetness of orange and red pepper, but green and yellow are delicious as well. 
  • Broiling the chicken is optional but highly recommended. It helps create more texture and crunch-- otherwise the vegetables tend to get a little soggy. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 250kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Cholesterol 75mg (25%) Sodium 300mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4fajita bowls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 250kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.