Easy Chicken Fajitas
Why Make This Recipe
Easy Chicken Fajitas are a great choice for a quick and tasty meal. They are full of flavor, colorful, and fit for any day of the week. Plus, they are simple to make and use ingredients you might already have in your kitchen. This recipe is perfect for families or when you have friends over, making it a crowd-pleaser!
How to Make Easy Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas, for serving
- Optional: Sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh chopped cilantro, salsa, or guacamole
Directions:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken and season it with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- Serve with warm tortillas and your choice of toppings.
How to Serve Easy Chicken Fajitas
Serve your Chicken Fajitas hot with warm tortillas on the side. You can let everyone build their own fajitas by adding toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, salsa, or guacamole. This makes for a fun and interactive meal!
How to Store Easy Chicken Fajitas
To store leftovers, let the fajitas cool down and then place them in an airtight container. Keep the chicken and vegetables separate from the tortillas. You can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet or microwave.
Tips to Make Easy Chicken Fajitas
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and color.
- You can add other veggies like mushrooms or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder or using a different type of pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in lime juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking for more flavor.
Variation
If you want to switch things up, try using shrimp or steak instead of chicken. You can also make it a vegetarian dish by using beans and more vegetables.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just make sure to thaw it completely before slicing and cooking.
2. Is it okay to use other types of peppers?
Absolutely! You can use any type of bell pepper or even spicy peppers if you like heat.
3. Can I prepare the ingredients in advance?
Yes! You can slice the chicken and veggies a day ahead and store them in the fridge. Just cook them when you’re ready to eat.
Easy Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- Tortillas, for serving
- Optional: Sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh chopped cilantro, salsa, or guacamole
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken and season it with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- Serve with warm tortillas and your choice of toppings.
