Simple One Pot Fajita seasoned Rice

Bring all the flavor of your go-to restaurant dish to the comfort of your own home with this Simple One Pot Fajita Seasoned Rice! Loaded with warm spices, fresh, vegetables, and chicken, it’s a budget-friendly meal that’s ready in minutes.

Fajita seasoned rice in a white bowl topped with green onions, fresh herbs, and a lime wedge

Why You’ll Love This One Pot Fajita Seasoned Rice

Any time we go out to eat at a Mexican restaurant, we already know what we’re going to order. There’s no need for a menu because you can never go wrong with chicken fajitas! High protein, budget-friendly, and sizzling hot, they’re always tasty and are so satisfying to eat. So, we decided to recreate them with a budget-friendly from-scratch recipe! Without further ado, let us introduce you to our Simple One Pot Fajita Seasoned Rice Recipe. It’s:

Made with pantry staple ingredients

Combined in one dish for simple prep and speedy clean up

Versatile to fit all your needs

Great for meal prep, and easily doubled to feed a crowd

Ingredients You’ll Need

With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a vibrant seasoned rice dish that’s not only high in protein but also loaded with fiber and bursting with nutrients to keep you satisfied. Here’s what you’ll need:

Chicken – We prefer to use chicken breasts, but if you want a little extra fat and flavor thighs would be great as well.

Veggies – A combination of red and green bell peppers along with onions makes this recipe not only pretty but so good for you, too.

Seasoning – Garlic cloves, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper combine to create a little spice and enhance the savoriness of this dish. To save time, we use store-bought taco seasoning packets, but you could also create your own with a recipe like our from-scratch taco seasoning.

Rice – We prefer long-grain white rice like Basmati or Jasmine, but feel free to use whatever you like finest.

Water – This is crucial to creating soft, fluffy rice. Or, if you want to really boost the flavor, try using chicken broth instead.

Garnishes – Once plated, elevate the appearance of your meal and enhance the savory flavors with a sprinkle of cilantro and lime juice.

overhead image of a bowl of raw cubed chicken, chopped red onions, chopped red pepper, lime wedges, and uncooked white rice

How to Make Fajita Seasoned Rice

After trying out this recipe, you’ll be saying goodbye to pricey restaurant bills or the hassle of standing over the oven juggling separate dishes. It’s a game-changer!

In a large pot, sauté the chicken, garlic, and red onion in the taco seasoning and salt until the chicken is no longer pink.
Add the peppers, and cook until soft.
Then, pour in the rice and water. Bring the ingredients to a boil.
Next, reduce the heat, and cook until the liquid has evaporated and the rice is tender.
Add your garnishes, and dig in!

Variations and Add-Ins

Feel free to unleash your creativity and customize this recipe to your heart’s content! Swap out the rice for quinoa, switch up the protein with shrimp or beef—the possibilities are endless. To jazz it up even more, consider some of our go-to additions:

Shredded Cheese

Jalapeños

Tomatoes

Black Beans

Guacamole

Sour Cream

overhead image of a bowl full of fajita seasoned rice with a pot of the rice in the top lefthand corner

Serving Suggestions

While this fajita seasoned rice is a satisfying complete meal on its own, if you’re in the mood to spice things up, here are some fun serving suggestions to consider!

Over tortilla chips for loaded nachos

On top of a bed of greens for a DIY Chipotle bowl

Wrapped in a tortilla for a burrito

Stuffed in a quesadilla

Common Questions

Can I add protein to this dish?

Yes! Add cooked or leftover chicken, steak, shrimp, or even beans to make it a full-on meal. Stir it in near the end so it warms through without overcooking.

What veggies go well in fajita rice?

Classic fajita veggies like bell peppers and onions are a must, but you can also toss in corn, zucchini, or even tomatoes. The more color, the better—your rice will look just as good as it tastes.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Yes! It reheats like a dream and even tastes better the next day. Just keep it in the fridge and warm it up on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of broth to loosen it up.

a close up image of a white bowl full of fajita seasoned rice topped with fresh herbs

More Simple Rice Recipes

Get ready to be hooked if you’re new to the world of one-pot rice recipes! They’re about to become your new go-to dinner option, and we’ve got a plethora of recipes to ensure your weeknights are covered.

This Stuffed Pepper Rice Bake is so simple and tasty that you’ll wonder why you never thought of making it before.
A family go-to, this Chicken and Broccoli Rice is ready in 30 minutes or less!
Better than takeout, this Wok Egg Fried meal is loaded with tons of veggies and plenty of flavor.
Bursting with classic flavors, this Greek Rice Bake is one recipe guaranteed to deliver.

overhead image of a bowl of one pot fajita seasoned rice topped with fresh herbs and lime wedges

the Ayyem kitchenServings: 8 servings

Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 30 mins
Total: 35 mins

Bring all the flavor of your go-to restaurant dish to the comfort of your own home with this Simple One Pot Fajita Seasoned Rice! Loaded with warm spices, fresh, vegetables, and chicken, it’s a budget-friendly meal that’s ready in minutes. Email

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken breast diced
1 red onion chopped
3 garlic cloves minced
2 Tablespoons taco seasoning
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 red bell pepper chopped
1 green bell pepper chopped
2 cups rinsed rice
2 1/2 cups water
Optional: cilantro and lime juice for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot, sauté the chicken, onion, garlic, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper over medium heat, stirring to combine. Cook until chicken is no longer pink.2 pounds chicken breast, 1 red onion, 3 garlic cloves, 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Add peppers, and sauté for 1-2 minutes or until soft.1 red bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper
Pour the rice and water into the pot. Bring the liquid to a boil. Then, cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 20-22 minutes or until the water has almost completely evaporated and the rice is tender.2 cups rinsed rice, 2 1/2 cups water
Top with fresh cilantro and lime juice, and serve warm.Optional: cilantro and lime juice for garnish