Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Fajitas are a colorful and flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a fiesta! With juicy marinated chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and savory onions all wrapped in warm tortillas, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or fun gatherings. Easy to customize and bursting with flavor, these fajitas will impress family and friends alike. Get ready for a sizzling experience that tantalizes your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and chop the bell peppers and onion into similar-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, and fajita seasoning. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add the bell peppers and onion; sauté until tender but crisp (about 5 minutes).
- Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and stir well.
- Serve in warm tortillas with your choice of toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu. Experiment with spices like cumin or chili powder for extra flavor. Use fresh ingredients for maximum taste.