Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions

Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions

Sizzling strips of tender marinated chicken served with caramelized bell peppers and onions in warm tortillas.

⏱ 30 minServes 4Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced into strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 medium bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 flour tortillas

Directions

  1. 1Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil with lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt in a bowl. Add chicken strips and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. 2Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. 3In the same skillet, add remaining oil and sauté peppers and onions for 5-7 minutes until softened and lightly charred.
  4. 4Return chicken to the skillet and toss everything together for 1 minute.
  5. 5Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or over a flame for 30 seconds per side.
  6. 6Serve chicken and vegetable mixture on warm tortillas with desired toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

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