Easy Chicken Fajitas
A simple, flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken, sautéed peppers, and bold Mexican spices wrapped in a tortilla.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: guacamole, sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the sliced chicken to the marinade and mix well. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the sliced onions and bell peppers for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly softened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and mix well with the peppers and onions.
- Serve hot with warm flour tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- You can use boneless chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Adjust spice levels according to your preference.