These Easy Chicken Fajitas are the perfect way to enjoy a flavorful, homemade Tex-Mex meal in under 30 minutes! Juicy, seasoned chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, and onions come together for a delicious, sizzling dish that pairs perfectly with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
🔥 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 15 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 25 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 small flour tortillas
Let’s Cook!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Season the chicken: In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 5-10 minutes.
Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Toss in the bell peppers and onion, cooking for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender yet crisp.
Combine & Serve: Return the chicken to the pan, squeeze fresh lime juice over everything, and give it a good mix.
Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or microwave them for 10 seconds until warm.
Assemble & enjoy: Serve the fajita filling in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, sour cream, or shredded cheese!
🌮 “Tender, juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and warm tortillas—this fajita recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights!”
Tips & Variations:
Make it spicy: Add a dash of cayenne pepper or sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
Low-carb option: Skip the tortillas and serve the fajita mix over lettuce or cauliflower rice.
Grill it: Fire up the grill and cook the chicken and veggies for a smoky twist!
Meal prep: Store cooked fajitas in an airtight container for up to 3 days—perfect for easy lunches.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 320 | Fat: 12g | Carbs: 32g | Protein: 28g
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