Pollo Fajitas
Savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these irresistible Pollo Fajitas! This quick and easy recipe features tender strips of marinated chicken breast infused with zesty lime, smoky chili powder, cumin, and paprika, paired perfectly with a rainbow of sautéed bell peppers and onions. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is served in warm flour tortillas and customizable with your favorite toppings like creamy guacamole, tangy sour cream, or fresh cilantro. Perfect for weeknight dinners or lively gatherings, these chicken fajitas deliver bold, restaurant-quality taste right from your skillet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium Yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium Onion, sliced
- 8 pieces Flour tortillas
- n/a Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the marinade. Mix well to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture inside the warm tortillas. Add optional toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, or fresh cilantro as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.3 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 4698 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.6 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 173.0 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2480 mg | 53% | |
*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.
