Easy Chicken Fajita Skillet

Sizzle up weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Easy Chicken Fajita Skillet! Packed with tender strips of seasoned chicken, a colorful medley of sautéed bell peppers, and onions, this one-pan wonder comes together in just 35 minutes. Featuring a homemade fajita seasoning blend of chili powder, paprika, cumin, and more, each bite bursts with smoky, zesty goodness, complemented by a splash of fresh lime juice for a tangy finish. Perfect for wrapping in warm tortillas or serving as a low-carb standalone dish, this recipe is a quick, wholesome crowd-pleaser. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra pop of color and flavor, and transform your table into a fiesta of savory joy!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 medium bell peppers (mixed colors: red, yellow, green)
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 8 small tortillas (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

Core, seed, and slice the bell peppers into thin strips. Slice the onion thinly as well.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the fajita seasoning.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken strips to the skillet and sprinkle half of the fajita seasoning over the chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, followed by the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sprinkle the remaining fajita seasoning over the vegetables and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir everything together and pour in the lime juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately with warm tortillas or as a standalone dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1700.8 grams (1700.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2632

Total Fat 78.40g	101%
Saturated Fat 19.30g	97%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 559mg	186%
Sodium 4525mg	197%
Total Carbohydrate 225.40g	82%
Dietary Fiber 29.30g	105%
Total Sugars 30.90g
Protein 239.80g	480%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 505mg	39%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 1604mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.5%

Protein: 37.4%

Carbs: 35.1%