Go Back
Chicken Fajita Recipe

Chicken Fajita Recipe

Juicy, sizzling chicken with peppers and onions cooked in a skillet for bold Mexican-inspired flavor.Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 323
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken breast sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 3 bell peppers sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • Adjust quantities for 2x or 3x as needed.

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken into thin strips.
  2. Mix seasonings and coat chicken with lime juice.
  3. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove.
  5. Sauté peppers and onions until tender-crisp.
  6. Return chicken to skillet and toss to combine.

Notes

  • Store in fridge up to 4 days.
  • Reheat in skillet for best texture.
  • Add cayenne for spice.
  • Use thighs for extra juiciness.