Chicken Fajita Rice

From Jalalsamfit on Facebook – High protein

Serves 4  408 Calories per portion -39g protein-41g carbs-9g fat

Ingredients

For the Chicken:
  • 2 Chicken Boneless, cut into 4 thin fillets
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 2 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tbsp Oregano
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tsp Olive Oil
For the Rice:
  • 230g Uncooked Basmati Rice
  • 440ml Water
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 Medium Onion, sliced
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 Green Bell Pepper, sliced
For the Green Sauce:
  • 200g Fat Free Greek Yoghurt
  • 60g Light Mayo
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 5 Garlic cloves
  • Fresh Coriander, big handful
  • 1/2 Lemon juice

Method

  1. Add all the chicken spices and olive oil to the chicken, and mix thoroughly, making sure both sides of the fillets are covered with the spices. Fry for 3-4 minutes each side, making sure its cooked through, and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, fry the onions and bell peppers with the spices for 3-4 minutes, then add the rice and fry for a further 2 minutes, before adding the water. Bring to the boil, then leave on simmer for 8-10 minutes, until cooked.
  3. To make the green sauce, add the ingredients to a blender, and blend till combined.
  4. Place the chicken on the rice, drizzle with green sauce, and enjoy!

Great for meal prepping. This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains 408 Calories. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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