Description
Chicken Fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine right to your kitchen. With tender strips of marinated chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also perfect for any occasion—be it a busy weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. Each bite is packed with taste, and the customizable toppings allow everyone to create their own delicious wraps. Experience the joy of cooking and savoring these delightful Chicken Fajitas that are sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 medium bell peppers (assorted colors)
- 1 medium onion
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Tortillas
- Avocado
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Lime wedge
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, oil, and lime juice to make the marinade.
- Cut chicken into strips and marinate with 3/4 of the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Slice bell peppers and onion; toss with remaining marinade in another bowl.
- Sauté vegetables in a skillet until softened; remove from skillet.
- Cook marinated chicken in the same skillet until fully cooked.
- Combine veggies with chicken in the skillet; serve hot in tortillas with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg