Chicken Fajita Recipe
If you're looking for a quick, tasty, and filling meal, this chicken fajita recipe is perfect. Imagine the sizzle of seasoned chicken and veggies in a hot pan, filling the kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma. It's a dish full of flavor that's perfect for busy nights or weekend meals with loved ones!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Grill Pan
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Fajita Veggies
- 1 large red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Assembling
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Sour cream or guacamole optional
- Shredded cheese optional
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until well combined. Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let rest for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for best flavor).
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- In the same pan, add the olive oil and sauté the bell peppers and onions over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender, but still crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Arrange the sliced chicken and sautéed veggies on each tortilla. Add toppings such as cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, or shredded cheese.
- Fold the tortillas to enclose the filling and serve immediately while still warm.
Notes
Feel free to customize your chicken fajitas by adding more heat with jalapeños or hot sauce. You can also swap the chicken for beef or shrimp for a different twist.