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Chicken Fajita Recipe

Chicken Fajita Recipe

Chicken Fajitas is a quick 30-minute meal made with seasoned seared chicken breasts, sautéed bell peppers and onions, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Served with warm tortillas and classic toppings, this easy skillet dinner is flavorful, customizable, and perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 137
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Fajitas
  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 3 bell peppers thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 lime
Fajita Seasoning
  • 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
For Serving
  • Tortillas
  • Sour cream
  • Pico de gallo
  • Avocado

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Generously sprinkle the seasoning on both sides of the chicken breasts and press it in with your fingers.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear for about 7 to 8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
  4. While the chicken cooks, slice the onion and bell peppers into thin strips.
  5. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
  6. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the same skillet and sauté over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Slice the rested chicken into strips.
  8. Add the chicken back to the skillet with the vegetables. Squeeze fresh lime juice over everything and stir to combine.
  9. Serve immediately with tortillas and your favorite toppings like sour cream, pico de gallo, and avocado.

Notes

Chicken fajitas are simple, loud, colorful comfort food. They don’t need to be perfect.
They just need a hot pan, good seasoning, and a squeeze of lime at the end.