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Chicken Fajitas

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Chicken fajitas are a sizzling Tex-Mex favorite with marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onions, cooked to perfection and served with warm tortillas. Juicy, zesty, and customizable with toppings, they’re quick enough for weeknights and festive enough for gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add chicken to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
  3. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest, then slice into strips.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced peppers and onion. Cook until tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes.
  5. Return sliced chicken to the skillet and toss with vegetables until heated through.
  6. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your choice of toppings.

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor.Use a cast-iron skillet for authentic charred fajita texture.Customize heat by adding jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the marinade.Serve with classic sides like Mexican rice, beans, or chips and salsa.Best enjoyed fresh, though leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.

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