Zesty Barbecue Chicken Fajitas

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Fire up your taste buds with these Zesty Barbecue Chicken Fajitas, a vibrant twist on a Tex-Mex classic! Juicy, caramelized strips of marinated chicken are infused with the bold flavor of barbecue sauce and a zesty kick of lime juice, while smoky paprika and cumin round out the spices. Paired with tender, slightly charred bell peppers and onions, this skillet-cooked masterpiece is nestled in warm, soft flour tortillas for the ultimate handheld flavor explosion. Perfect for a quick 40-minute meal, these fajitas are customizable with fresh cilantro, tangy sour cream, or your favorite salsa. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish, these barbecue chicken fajitas will delight everyone around the table!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 1.5 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 whole Bell peppers (red, yellow, and/or green), sliced
• 1 whole Yellow onion, sliced
• 8 pieces Flour tortillas
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup Salsa (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips for even cooking.

2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, barbecue sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.

3. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor).

4. While the chicken marinates, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips. Set aside.

5. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add a splash of olive oil if needed.

6. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook in the skillet in batches, ensuring you don’t overcrowd the pan. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly caramelized. Remove and set aside.

7. In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and onion. Sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until they are tender and slightly charred.

8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing it with the sautéed vegetables. Cook for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors.

9. Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet, in the oven, or microwave until soft and pliable.

10. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture on the warm tortillas. Top with fresh cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or any favorite toppings, if desired.

11. Enjoy your Zesty Barbecue Chicken Fajitas hot!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (494.3g)

Calories		773
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		23.7 g	30%
	Saturated Fat	8.9 g	44%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		160 mg	53%
Sodium		1766 mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate		76.6 g	28%
	Dietary Fiber	5.9 g	21%
	Total Sugars	29.2 g
Protein		62.3 g	125%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		230 mg	18%
Iron		4.9 mg	27%
Potassium		896 mg	19%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 856 cal (27.8%%)

Protein: 995 cal (32.3%%)

Carbs: 1226 cal (39.8%%)