Chicken Fajitas

Learn how to make delicious Chicken Fajitas with our easy recipe. Perfectly seasoned chicken and veggies for a sizzling, restaurant-style meal.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
1 large onion (yellow or white)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
to taste Salt and pepper
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 2 limes
to serve Tortillas (flour or corn)
to taste Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Equipment

Large cast-iron skillet or heavy pan
Bowl or zip-top bag for marinating
Knife and cutting board

Method

Combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and seasonings to create the marinade in a bowl or zip-top bag.
Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy pan over high heat until smoking.
Add oil to the pan and cook the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
Remove the chicken and allow it to rest before slicing against the grain.
In the same pan, add the sliced bell peppers and onions, cooking until soft and slightly charred.
Warm the tortillas over an open flame or in the oven.
Serve the sliced chicken with the cooked vegetables and toppings, allowing everyone to build their own fajitas.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for 2-4 hours for more flavor; 15 minutes is a minimum if you're short on time. Customize the seasoning to your taste, reducing or increasing the cayenne for desired heat. Use leftover chicken fajitas in salads, breakfast burritos, quesadillas, or even soups to avoid waste. When storing leftovers, keep toppings separate to maintain freshness.