Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Chicken Fajitas are a popular Tex-Mex dish that consists of grilled chicken strips served with bell peppers, onions, and various seasonings. The chicken and vegetables are typically cooked with a blend of spices, including chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika. The cooked mixture is often served with warm tortillas, allowing diners to assemble their own fajitas. Common accompaniments include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, and lime wedges. Chicken fajitas can be prepared on the stovetop, grill, or in the oven on a sheet pan.

Here’s a simple recipe for Chicken Fajitas:

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Juice of 1 lime
• Flour tortillas, for serving

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken strips, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken and Vegetables: Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more olive oil if needed and sauté the bell peppers and onions until they are tender and slightly charred, about 5-6 minutes.
4. Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Add the lime juice and toss everything together. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Serve: Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture with warm flour tortillas. Add your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, and lime wedges.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Fajitas!