Go Back

Chicken Fajitas

Juicy, thinly sliced chicken breasts are sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, seasoned with smoky spices, and served in warm tortillas. The dish features a vibrant, slightly caramelized appearance with a tender, flavorful filling that’s perfect for a lively weeknight dinner. Topped with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, it offers a satisfying combination of smoky, citrusy, and savory flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 3 bell peppers assorted bell peppers sliced into strips
  • 1 large onion sliced into strips
  • 2 teaspoons fajita spice blend cumin, paprika, chili powder
  • 8 small flour tortillas warmed
  • 1 bunch cilantro chopped, for garnish
  • 1 lime lime wedged, for squeezing
  • 2 tablespoons oil vegetable or canola, for cooking
  • optional sour cream or crema for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Tongs
  • Microwave or dry skillet

Method
 

  1. Slice the chicken breasts thinly, about paper-thin, to ensure quick, even cooking and juiciness.
  2. Heat your large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil, shimmering as it warms up and begins to smell nutty.
  3. Add the sliced chicken to the hot pan in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Let it sear until golden brown on the edges and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, toss in the sliced bell peppers and onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they’re tender but still vibrant, with some caramelized spots, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Sprinkle the fajita spice blend evenly over everything and toss to coat, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant and heated through.
  6. While the filling cooks, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable, about 20-30 seconds.
  7. Scoop generous portions of the chicken and vegetable mixture into each warm tortilla. Garnish with chopped cilantro and squeeze fresh lime over the filling for bright, zesty flavor.
  8. Serve immediately with optional dollops of sour cream or crema on the side for added creaminess.