Chicken Fajitas with Lime Garlic and Bell Peppers
Infused with zesty lime, aromatic garlic, and a vibrant medley of bell peppers, these Chicken Fajitas are a weeknight dinner sensation that’s bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines tender marinated chicken strips, sautéed to perfection, with colorful bell peppers and onions, all seasoned with a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish offers the perfect balance of smokiness, tanginess, and savory goodness, served on warm tortillas for a customizable fajita experience. Top it off with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheddar cheese for a restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to impress. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these chicken fajitas are a crowd-pleasing classic that’s full of fresh, wholesome ingredients and big, bold flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 3 tbsp Lime juice
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Yellow onion, sliced
- 8 Tortillas
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional)
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, prepare the marinade by mixing lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers, as well as the yellow onion, into thin strips. Set the veggies aside.
Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
Add the marinated chicken strips to the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onions. Sauté for 4-6 minutes, or until the veggies are tender-crisp and slightly charred.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for 2 additional minutes to combine the flavors.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, in the oven, or in the microwave.
Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture on warm tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese if desired.
Enjoy your delicious Chicken Fajitas with Lime Garlic and Bell Peppers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.8 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.5 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 510 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 5914 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 174.4 g | 349% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1046 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2838 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
