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Keto Chicken Fajita Bowl - Bold Flavor, Low-Carb Comfort

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Bell peppers: 3 medium (mix of red, yellow, and green), thinly sliced
  • Onion: 1 large yellow or red onion, thinly sliced
  • Avocado: 1–2 ripe avocados, sliced or diced
  • Cauliflower rice: 3–4 cups (fresh or frozen)
  • Lime: 1–2 limes, for juice and zest
  • Cilantro: Small bunch, chopped
  • Olive oil or avocado oil: 3–4 tablespoons
  • Butter or ghee (optional): 1 tablespoon, for the cauliflower rice
  • Garlic: 2–3 cloves, minced
  • Spices: Chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Optional toppings: Sour cream, shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack, sliced jalapeño, pickled onions, salsa (no sugar added)

Method
 

  1. Mix the fajita seasoning: In a small bowl, combine 1.5 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Prep the chicken: Pat chicken dry and slice into thin strips. Toss with half the seasoning mix and 1 tablespoon oil. Let it sit while you prep the veggies.
  3. Slice the veggies: Cut bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Keep them roughly the same size so they cook evenly.
  4. Sear the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 4–6 minutes, turning once, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  5. Cook the peppers and onions: Add 1 tablespoon oil to the same skillet. Toss in peppers and onion with a pinch of salt. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender with a bit of char. Stir in minced garlic and the remaining seasoning. Cook 30 seconds more. Return chicken to the pan, squeeze in juice from half a lime, and toss.
  6. Make the cauliflower rice: In a second skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil or butter over medium. Add cauliflower rice with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes until tender but not soggy. Zest in a little lime and add chopped cilantro for extra flavor.
  7. Assemble the bowls: Add a base of cauliflower rice. Top with chicken and fajita veggies. Add avocado, a squeeze of lime, and any toppings you like.
  8. Taste and adjust: Add more salt, lime, or a sprinkle of chili powder if you want more punch.