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Easy Chicken Fajitas

Enjoy vibrant and flavorful Easy Chicken Fajitas, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that satisfies the whole family.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 275

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 3 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Approximately 1 pound
  • 1 medium onion Sliced
  • 1 piece lime Juice for brightness
  • 3 pieces bell peppers Any combination of red, yellow, green, or orange
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Divided for cooking and marinating
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder For smoky flavor
  • ¾ teaspoon salt Divided, more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika For a hint of smokiness
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder Adds depth without raw onion bite
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper A classic seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon cumin Optional; adds earthiness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the onion into slivers and the bell peppers into thin strips.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, juice of half the lime, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper, cumin, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Cut the chicken into strips and toss it with the spice mixture until fully coated.
Cooking
  1. Preheat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add half of the marinated chicken strips and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until no longer pink in the center. Remove and set aside, then repeat with remaining chicken.
  3. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan, cook onions for about 2 minutes until soft.
  4. Add sliced bell peppers, season with the remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing well with onion and pepper. Squeeze additional lime juice over before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve your Easy Chicken Fajitas hot over warm tortillas with desired toppings.

Notes

Marinate chicken for extra flavor for at least 30 minutes or overnight. For a veggie twist, add zucchini or mushrooms. Grilling the chicken and veggies adds an authentic taste.