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Chicken Fajita Fried Rice Meal Prep

Recipe by Josh Cortis

A quick, high‑protein Mexican‑inspired fried rice that combines seasoned chicken fajita strips with leftover rice, peppers, and onions. Ready in under 45 minutes, each serving is about 481 calories, making it perfect for low‑calorie meal‑prepping.

MediumMexicanServes 5

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Source Video
18m
Prep
22m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
50m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$10.46
Total cost
$2.09
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Marinating the chicken for flavor
  • Cutting chicken into thin fajita‑style strips
  • Browning chicken in batches to avoid steaming
  • Using chilled, day‑old rice for proper texture
  • Not overcrowding the skillet during cooking

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause burns – use a splatter guard if needed
  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
  • Handle knives carefully when slicing chicken and vegetables

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