Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Fajitas, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe features tender chicken strips sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, all seasoned to perfection with a blend of spices. Customize your fajitas with various toppings like creamy guacamole, refreshing pico de gallo, or zesty Greek yogurt to suit your taste. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, these fajitas not only deliver on flavor but also pack in healthy ingredients for a nutritious meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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3 bell peppers (seeded and thinly sliced)
1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
1 ¼ lb boneless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
Juice from one lime (about 2 Tablespoons)
8 flour or corn tortillas
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine all the seasonings.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat and sauté the bell peppers and onions for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and half the seasoning mix; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and chicken strips. Sprinkle with remaining seasonings and lime juice; cook for about 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet; stir to combine and heat through for an additional minute.
Serve hot in warm tortillas with desired toppings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fajita (194g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 55mg