Fajita Chicken

Bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavors, this Fajita Chicken recipe brings the vibrant colors and smoky spices of a restaurant-style fajita right to your kitchen in just 35 minutes! Tender strips of marinated chicken are seared to perfection alongside a medley of crisp bell peppers and onions, all seasoned with a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, and lime juice. Served with warm flour tortillas and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this customizable dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Pair it with your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa to take this sizzling skillet meal to the next level. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for any fan of Mexican-inspired cuisine! Keywords: fajita chicken recipe, Tex-Mex chicken fajitas, easy weeknight dinner, chicken fajitas skillet, homemade fajitas.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 whole Red bell pepper
• 1 whole Green bell pepper
• 1 whole Yellow onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro
• 8 pieces Flour tortillas

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1/2 inch wide.

Step 2

Cut the red and green bell peppers and the yellow onion into thin slices.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Add the sliced chicken, bell peppers, and onion to the bowl. Toss until the ingredients are well coated with the marinade. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and vegetables to the skillet.

Step 6

Cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender yet still a bit crisp. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove skillet from the heat. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the fajita mixture.

Step 8

Warm flour tortillas in a separate pan over low heat or microwave them in a damp paper towel for about 15-20 seconds.

Step 9

Serve the fajita chicken mixture hot with warm tortillas. You can also add toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1258.1 grams (1258.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2116

Total Fat 80.10g	103%
Saturated Fat 23.40g	117%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 386mg	129%
Sodium 3553mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 186.10g	68%
Dietary Fiber 19.90g	71%
Total Sugars 14.60g
Protein 170.50g	341%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 634mg	49%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2147mg	46%

*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: 33.6%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 34.7%