Description
Chicken Fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine right to your dinner table. This easy recipe features tender, marinated chicken cooked alongside colorful bell peppers and onions, creating a mouthwatering combination that sizzles with taste. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Customize each serving with your favorite toppings—be it creamy guacamole, zesty salsa, or shredded cheese—and enjoy a culinary experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2–3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 large onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil and taco seasoning. Add sliced chicken breasts and toss to coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2. Prepare vegetables: Slice bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- 3. Cook chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken slices, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet.
- 4. Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add onions and bell peppers; sauté for another 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- 5. Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables and squeeze lime juice over the mixture. Stir well to combine.
- 6. Serve warm: Enjoy in warm tortillas or alongside rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximately 175g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices or add jalapeños for extra heat. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with mushrooms or tofu. Serve sizzling hot on a cast iron skillet for an impressive presentation.