Description
Sizzling chicken fajitas bring Mexico’s bold flavors straight to your kitchen, promising a fiesta of spices and textures. Zesty marinade, grilled peppers, and warm tortillas create a simple yet spectacular meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
Vegetables:
- 3 bell peppers (assorted colors, sliced)
- 1 large onion (sliced)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Serving Accompaniments:
- Warm tortillas
- Sour cream (optional)
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Guacamole (optional)
- Salsa (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the aromatic spice mixture by whisking together chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Coat chicken strips thoroughly with half of the spice blend and fresh lime juice, allowing the meat to absorb flavors for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil, ensuring the surface is evenly coated and shimmering.
- Sear marinated chicken strips, cooking for 6-8 minutes until completely opaque and golden brown, then transfer to a holding plate.
- In the same skillet, add additional olive oil and quickly introduce sliced bell peppers and onions, sprinkling the remaining spice mixture over the vegetables.
- Sauté the vegetables for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Reunite the cooked chicken with the sautéed vegetables, gently tossing to distribute heat and flavors evenly for 1-2 minutes.
- Present the fajita mixture immediately with warm tortillas, offering optional garnishes like cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for personalized enjoyment.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor infusion, up to 30 minutes for maximum taste absorption.
- Use different protein options like shrimp, tofu, or beef to accommodate various dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Control spice levels by adjusting chili powder quantity, making the dish mild or hot according to personal heat tolerance.
- Quickly pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure perfect browning and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg