Easy Skillet Chicken Fajitas
Whip up a savory, crowd-pleasing dinner in no time with these Easy Skillet Chicken Fajitas! This one-pan recipe combines tender strips of seasoned chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions cooked to perfection in a hot skillet for a smoky, slightly charred flavor. A simple blend of pantry spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika gives these fajitas a bold Mexican-inspired kick, while a burst of fresh lime juice ties it all together. Ready in just 35 minutes, including prep and cook time, these fajitas are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve the sizzling goodness in warm flour tortillas and personalize with your favorite toppings—think creamy avocado, zesty salsa, or a dollop of sour cream—for a versatile, customizable meal that’s as easy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 large Green bell pepper
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 8 small Flour tortillas
- 1 to taste Optional toppings (e.g., sour cream, shredded cheese, salsa, avocado)
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Set aside.
Cut the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion into thin slices.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken strips to the skillet and sprinkle with half of the seasoning mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and golden. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sprinkle with the remaining seasoning mixture. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the chicken and vegetables. Stir once more.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture in the warm tortillas. Add any optional toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, salsa, or avocado as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.1 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 3238 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 167.6 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 576 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2096 mg | 45% | |
*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.
