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Chicken Fajitas

Flavorful and easy chicken fajitas with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions, seasoned with a homemade spice blend. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fajita Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.13 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless, cut into strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2 medium bell peppers any color, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
For Serving (Optional)
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup salsa
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the fajita seasoning. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken strips with half of the fajita seasoning. Make sure the chicken is well coated.
    1 tablespoon chili powder
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
    1 tablespoon chili powder
  4. Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the same skillet. Add the remaining fajita seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
    1 tablespoon chili powder
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the lime juice and stir to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.
    1 tablespoon chili powder
  6. Serve the chicken fajita mixture immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
    1 tablespoon chili powder

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the seasoning and lime juice for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Enjoy!