Chicken Fajitas

Chicken fajitas are a flavorful, sizzling dish that brings together tender marinated chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and onions, all served with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings. This Tex-Mex classic is perfect for casual family dinners, weeknight meals, or even a festive gathering. It’s quick to prepare, full of bold flavors, and always a crowd-pleaser.

To make chicken fajitas, start by marinating thinly sliced chicken breasts in a mix of lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and a bit of salt and pepper. The marinade infuses the chicken with a zesty, smoky flavor that enhances the natural tenderness of the meat. After marinating for at least 30 minutes, the chicken is quickly cooked in a hot skillet until golden brown and juicy.

While the chicken cooks, bell peppers and onions are sautéed until they’re tender and slightly caramelized, adding sweetness and texture to the dish. The peppers provide a burst of color and freshness that balances the richness of the chicken. A squeeze of lime juice over the cooked vegetables brightens up the dish and adds a touch of acidity.

Once everything is cooked, assemble the fajitas by serving the chicken and veggies with soft flour tortillas. You can add your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro. For extra heat, a few slices of jalapeño or a drizzle of hot sauce can be added.

Chicken fajitas are incredibly versatile. You can easily adjust the heat level to your liking by modifying the spice in the marinade or adding more toppings. For a lighter version, you can swap flour tortillas for corn tortillas or even serve the fajita filling in a lettuce wrap.

This dish is perfect for serving family-style, letting everyone customize their fajitas to their own taste. Whether enjoyed on a busy weeknight or at a fun gathering, chicken fajitas are always a hit with their irresistible combination of smoky, zesty flavors and fresh toppings.

Chicken Fajitas

3.79 from 65 votes

Delicious and easy chicken fajitas with bell peppers and onions, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Servings 4 people

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound chicken breasts sliced into strips
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 lime juiced
• 1 each red bell pepper sliced
• 1 each green bell pepper sliced
• 1 each yellow onion sliced
• 8 each flour tortillas

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and lime juice.
• Add chicken strips to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the marinade.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
• Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan or microwave for a few seconds.
• Serve the chicken and vegetables in warm tortillas and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Calories: 320kcal

Meal Type: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: chicken, easy recipes, fajitas

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Meatlovers

Time: <30 Min

Level: Easy

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