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Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas

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Savor the bold flavors of Chicken Fajitas, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. This vibrant dish features tender chicken strips sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, all seasoned to perfection with a delightful blend of spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, these fajitas can easily be customized with your choice of toppings, making them ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Serve them in warm tortillas and watch as everyone enjoys the fresh, zesty flavors that come together seamlessly.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 bell peppers (seeded and thinly sliced)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 ¼ lb boneless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • Juice from one lime (about 2 Tablespoons)
  • 8 flour or corn tortillas

Instructions

  1. Prepare the seasoning by mixing all spices in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and onion; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and half of the seasoning; cook an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sliced chicken along with the rest of the seasoning and lime juice. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Combine sautéed vegetables with the chicken and heat briefly before serving in warm tortillas.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita (150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
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