Description
Sizzling Chicken Fajitas bring Mexican street flavor straight to your kitchen, combining spicy marinated chicken with colorful peppers and onions. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh salsa, this dish promises a quick, delicious meal that will transport you to a bustling Mexican street food scene.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow onion (sliced)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Serving:
- Warm tortillas
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Shredded cheese
- Salsa
Instructions
- Ignite a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzling olive oil to create a sizzling cooking surface.
- Introduce sliced chicken to the pan, generously coating with a robust blend of spices including chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sear until golden and thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes at high temperature.
- Transfer the perfectly seasoned chicken to a holding plate, maintaining its warmth and flavor integrity.
- Utilize the same skillet, adding additional olive oil to create a fresh cooking environment for vibrant bell peppers and onions.
- Saute the vegetables until they reach a tantalizing tender-crisp state, approximately 5-7 minutes, developing caramelized edges and maintaining their structural crunch.
- Reunite the cooked chicken with the sauteed vegetables, gently folding the ingredients to ensure even distribution of flavors and heat.
- Elevate the dish’s brightness by drizzling fresh lime juice across the mixture, awakening the spices and adding a zesty citrus note.
- Present the fajita mixture immediately while piping hot, accompanied by warm tortillas and an array of complementary toppings for a personalized dining experience.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting chili powder for mild or extra-hot preferences.
- Choose chicken breast for leaner protein or thighs for richer flavor and tenderness.
- Quickly slice chicken against the grain to ensure maximum juiciness and prevent tough meat texture.
- Swap traditional tortillas with lettuce wraps for a low-carb, gluten-free alternative that adds fresh crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg