High Protein Chicken Fajitas
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these flavorful and nutritious High Protein Chicken Fajitas! Packed with tender strips of marinated chicken breast, a vibrant trio of bell peppers, and savory spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder, this recipe is a quick and wholesome meal option. Perfectly seared vegetables and juicy chicken come together in warm whole wheat tortillas, finished with a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a refreshing twist. With just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, these fajitas are a high-protein, low-effort dish ideal for busy schedules, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a healthy, satisfying meal. Serve them straight from the skillet for a restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 1 large red onion
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken breast. Slice the chicken into thin strips for even cooking and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together the lime juice, paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to make a marinade.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours if you have time.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Cut the red onion into thin wedges.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it is browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and onion. Sauté the vegetables until they are tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas either in a dry pan or directly over a gas flame for a few seconds on each side, until pliable.
To serve, spread a small amount of Greek yogurt onto each tortilla. Top with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy your High Protein Chicken Fajitas.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2786 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.2 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 4342 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.0 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 243.0 g | 486% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 687 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 4332 mg | 92% | |
*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.
