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Chicken Fajitas

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy flavorful chicken fajitas with colorful peppers and onions, wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh garnishes.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lime juice of 1 lime
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced (optional) (optional)
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch salt

Warm flour tortillas

Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Shredded cheese

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Lime wedges

Instructions 

  • Combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and spices; add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet; cook peppers and onions with a pinch of salt until softened and charred, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook marinated chicken in the same skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked and seared, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Return vegetables to skillet with chicken; cook together for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Warm tortillas; fill with chicken and vegetables, then top with sour cream, cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer or add your favorite toppings.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken