Fajita chicken fried rice
This dish brings together the vibrant, smoky spices of fajitas with comforting fried basmati rice and tender chicken thighs. Bell peppers, oregano, and smoked paprika create a rich, flavourful stir-fry for the whole family. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of coriander before serving.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil20 ml
Instructions
6 steps- 1
Cook the rice in a pan of boiling water until just tender. Drain well and set aside to cool.
- 2
Meanwhile, season the chicken well with salt and pepper.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large wok or high-sided frying pan over a medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until it is browned and cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with kitchen paper and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion and peppers to the pan, season with salt and cook until the vegetables are just tender and starting to colour.
- 5
Mix in the spices and oregano and fry for 1 minute. Add the rice, return the chicken to the pan and stir-fry until heated through.
- 6
To serve, stir through the lime juice and fresh coriander.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 250 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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