Description
Chicken Fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine right to your dinner table. This easy recipe features tender, marinated chicken strips sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, creating a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these fajitas can be customized to suit your preferences, allowing for variations in proteins and vegetables. Serve them with warm tortillas and an array of toppings for a fun, interactive dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Slice chicken into thin strips and marinate in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté vegetables until tender (about 5-7 minutes) and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook marinated chicken until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Combine chicken and vegetables in the skillet; toss to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. - Experiment with toppings like guacamole or salsa to enhance your fajitas. - For added spice, try incorporating jalapeños into the mix.