Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of homemade Chicken Fajitas, perfect for busy weeknights! In just under 30 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering dish that the whole family will love. Tender strips of chicken are sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, all seasoned with a delightful blend of spices. Wrap these delicious fillings in warm tortillas and top with your favorite fresh ingredients for an unforgettable meal. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or looking for a quick lunch, this versatile recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 bell peppers (seeded and thinly sliced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 ¼ lb boneless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice from one lime (about 2 Tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: Salsa, guacamole, shredded lettuce, sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Prepare your seasoning by mixing all the spices in a small bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Sauté the bell peppers and onion for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and half the seasoning mixture; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Remove veggies from the pan. In the same skillet, add remaining oil and chicken strips seasoned with lime juice and remaining spices. Cook until fully cooked through (about 5-6 minutes).
- Return vegetables to the skillet and mix well; heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately in warm tortillas with toppings like salsa, guacamole, or shredded lettuce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg