Easy Chicken Fajitas
Make restaurant style chicken fajitas at home with this easy recipe! Tender marinated chicken, sautéed peppers, and onions served hot in tortillas.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet or Grill Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Tongs
- Chef Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Chicken Fajitas
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs sliced into thin strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
To Serve
- 8 flour or corn tortillas warmed
- sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, and all seasonings. Add sliced chicken and mix to coat. Marinate for 20–30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add remaining olive oil. Cook chicken in a single layer until golden and cooked through (about 3–4 mins per side). Set aside.
- In the same pan, add sliced bell peppers and onions. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender but still vibrant.
- Return chicken to the pan with veggies. Toss to combine and heat through.
- Serve hot in tortillas with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.
Notes
To spice it up, add jalapeños or hot sauce. For a low carb version, serve in lettuce wraps or over a salad. Great for meal prep too!