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Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas

These sizzling Chicken Fajitas are a Mexican classic that never disappoints. Made with tender chicken, colorful peppers, and bold spices, they’re quick to prepare and full of flavor. Whether served in tortillas, as a chicken fajita bowl, or baked into a chicken fajitas casserole, this dish is one of the best Mexican chicken recipes for family dinners, meal prep, or weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced into strips
  • 3 bell peppers red, green, yellow, sliced
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, lime wedges, fresh cilantro

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips and toss to coat. Let marinate for 20–30 minutes if time allows.
  2. Heat a skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, sliced peppers, and onions. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet and toss with vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry pan or over an open flame.
  6. Serve chicken and veggies in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For chicken fajitas crockpot style, add chicken, peppers, onions, and spices to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 hours, shred, and serve.
  • To make healthy chicken fajitas, serve with lettuce wraps or over cauliflower rice.
  • For a baked chicken fajitas casserole, layer chicken, peppers, onions, and cheese in a baking dish. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
  • Swap chicken for shrimp, steak, or tofu for variation.