Chicken Fajita Bowls (Printable Version)
Flavorful chicken, peppers, kale and beans roasted on one pan and topped with spiced yogurt dressing for a nutritious, easy meal.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Seasoning
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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¾ teaspoon salt, divided
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper
→ Main ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 ¼ pounds chicken tenders
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1 medium yellow onion, sliced
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1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
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1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
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4 cups chopped stemmed kale
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1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed
→ Dressing
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¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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2 teaspoons water
# Steps to Cook:
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Place a large rimmed baking sheet in the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F.
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Combine chili powder, cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and ground pepper in a large bowl. Transfer 1 teaspoon of the spice mixture to a medium bowl and set aside. Whisk 1 tablespoon olive oil into the remaining spice mixture in the large bowl. Add chicken, onion, and bell peppers; toss to coat.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven and coat with cooking spray. Spread the chicken mixture in an even layer on the pan. Roast for 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, combine kale and black beans with the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large bowl; toss to coat.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Stir the chicken and vegetables. Spread the kale and beans evenly over the top. Roast until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes more.
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Add yogurt, lime juice, and water to the reserved spice mixture; stir to combine.
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Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture among 4 bowls. Drizzle with the yogurt dressing and serve.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For easier weeknight prep, slice vegetables the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Prepare the spice mixture up to 2 days ahead and store in an airtight container.