Description

Chicken Fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a festive occasion. Juicy chicken strips marinated in zesty spices are combined with colorful bell peppers and onions, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these fajitas offer a delightful blend of tastes and textures that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
Juice of 1 lime
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup assorted bell peppers (red, green, yellow), sliced

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and lime juice. Add chicken strips and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the onion and bell peppers into strips.
3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
4. Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Combine: Return cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables; mix well to combine flavors.
6. Serve: Fill warm tortillas with the chicken mixture or serve over rice. Add toppings like guacamole or salsa as desired.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximately 215g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 630mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: - For added spice, include jalapeños in your vegetable mix. - You can substitute chicken with beef or turkey if preferred. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.