Description
These high-protein bowls offer a convenient, nutrient-dense solution for busy individuals. By slow-cooking lean chicken breasts with vibrant, crunchy bell peppers and sweet onions, you achieve tender, flavor-infused results every time. This recipe is perfect for efficient meal prep, providing a balanced, healthy dinner that supports a fitness-focused lifestyle without any extra effort. Simply set it and forget it for a satisfying meal that fits perfectly into your weekly nutrition plan.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 Large bell peppers, sliced
2 Medium yellow or red onions, sliced
3 tablespoons Fajita seasoning
1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Slice the bell peppers and onions into equal-width strips for consistent cooking.
Place the chicken breast fillets at the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
Distribute the mixture of sliced onions and bell peppers evenly over the poultry.
Sprinkle the fajita seasoning across the entire surface of the vegetables and chicken.
Drizzle the olive oil over the ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 5 hours, ensuring the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Notes
Serve in bowls with your choice of brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for extra fiber. Top with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or a dollop of Greek yogurt as a healthy alternative to sour cream. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 300
- Category: Trending
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
