Mexican Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15-20 mins
Total Time: 30-35 mins

🛒 Ingredients

For the chicken & marinade:

• 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless), thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• Optional: pinch of cayenne for extra heat

For the fajita veggies:

• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

To serve:

• Warm flour or corn tortillas

• Fresh lime wedges

• Chopped cilantro

• Sour cream or Mexican crema

• Guacamole or sliced avocado

• Salsa or pico de gallo

• Shredded cheese (optional)

🔥 Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, and all the spices.

   • Add the chicken strips, toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).

2. Cook the Veggies:

   • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add the sliced onions and peppers. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes until they are softened and slightly charred. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

   • Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • In the same skillet, add the marinated chicken. Cook over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes or until cooked through and slightly caramelized.

4. Combine:

   • Return the veggies to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Stir together and heat for another 1–2 minutes.

5. Serve:

   • Warm your tortillas and fill them with the chicken fajita mixture.

   • Top with your favorite toppings like cilantro, lime juice, sour cream, guac, or salsa.

🇲🇽 Pro Tips:

• Use cast iron for the best sear and authentic flavor.

• Add a splash of orange juice to the marinade for a sweet citrus twist.

• Want it smoky? Grill the chicken and veggies instead of pan-frying.