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Chicken Fajitas

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Chicken Fajitas are a sizzling Tex-Mex favorite featuring tender, spiced chicken strips, sautéed bell peppers, and onions. Served in warm tortillas with toppings like avocado, salsa, and cheese, this quick and vibrant meal is perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion (red or white), sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, shredded cheese, salsa, cilantro
  • 8 warm tortillas (flour or corn)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to make fajita seasoning.
  2. Place sliced chicken in a bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and sprinkle with half of the seasoning. Toss to coat.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Sprinkle with remaining seasoning.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet. Add lime juice and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  6. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken in seasoning and lime juice for up to 2 hours.Use cast-iron skillet for best sear and flavor.Double the seasoning if you prefer more spice and boldness.Can be served as bowls over rice, quinoa, or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.Slice chicken against the grain for tender pieces.

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