Description
This Chicken Fajita recipe is perfect for fast and flavor-packed dinners. Tender, marinated chicken breasts are sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, then served on warm flour tortillas. The homemade fajita seasoning mix adds a smoky, slightly spicy kick that makes this a crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish brings vibrant Tex-Mex flavors to your table effortlessly.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 8 small flour tortillas
Fajita Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken strips with half of the olive oil, the juice of one lime, and all of the fajita seasoning ingredients. Toss everything well to coat the chicken evenly. Allow it to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes; for best results, marinate overnight to deepen the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Using the same skillet, add the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers along with the sliced onion. Cook them for 5 to 6 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet still retain some crispness and have started to caramelize slightly.
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until heated through and the flavors meld.
- Warm the Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side or microwave them covered with a damp paper towel for 20 to 30 seconds until soft and pliable.
- Serve: Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture into each warm tortilla. Top with your favorite fajita toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese for a delicious meal.
Notes
- You can prepare the fajita seasoning blend in advance and store it in an airtight container for convenience.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas.
- Marinating the chicken overnight intensifies the flavor, but even a short 15-minute marination yields tasty results.
- Add toppings like fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- Leftover fajita filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
