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Easy Chicken Fajitas Recipe

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  • Author: chefahmed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These easy chicken fajitas are a quick and delicious dinner made with seasoned chicken, bell peppers, and onions cooked in a skillet and served with warm tortillas.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, salsa

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced chicken with lime juice and half of the spice mixture.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, bell peppers, and onion. Sprinkle with remaining spice mixture and sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet.
  7. Serve the chicken and vegetables in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños.
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 fajitas
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg