High Protein Fajita Chicken
Satisfy your cravings and fuel your body with this flavorful High Protein Fajita Chicken recipe, perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Packed with lean chicken breast and vibrant bell peppers, this dish offers a protein powerhouse paired with essential vitamins and nutrients. Marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, garlic powder, and smoky spices like cumin and paprika, the chicken is seared to golden perfection before being combined with sautéed onions and peppers for a burst of Tex-Mex flavor. Served on warm whole wheat tortillas and garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish is easy to prepare in just 40 minutes and is ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners. Enjoy a hearty, nutritious meal that's bursting with bold fajita-inspired spices—all without sacrificing freshness or convenience. Keywords: high protein chicken recipe, healthy fajitas, quick chicken dinner, tex-mex meal idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs total) chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 1 large red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 8 small whole wheat tortillas
Instructions
Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. Place them in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken strips and mix well to coat each piece evenly. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, seed and slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Slice the red onion into similar strips.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced peppers and onion. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly charred.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables. Cook everything together for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the flavors meld.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
To serve, fill each tortilla with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Enjoy your high protein fajita chicken immediately while hot, accompanied by your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, or low-fat sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.6 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.3 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2340 mg | 780% | |
| Sodium | 12746 mg | 554% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.2 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.2 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 803.2 g | 1606% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 808 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 29.1 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 10308 mg | 219% | |
*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.
