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Easy Chicken Fajitas

These Easy Chicken Fajitas are a one-pan delight filled with juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Approximately 1 pound
  • 1 medium onion Sweet and aromatic
  • 1 piece lime For zesty flavor
  • 3 pieces bell peppers Can be red, yellow, green, or orange
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Divided for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder For flavor
  • ¾ teaspoon salt Divided to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika For smoky flavor
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder For enhanced onion flavor
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper For seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon cumin Optional for extra flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the onion into slivers and slice the bell peppers into strips.
Marinating
  1. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the juice of ½ lime, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper, cumin, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips and toss with the spice mixture.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add half of the marinated chicken and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes until thoroughly cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  4. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil, followed by the onions. Sauté for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Add the sliced peppers and season with the remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir everything together. Squeeze the remaining lime juice over the top.
Serving
  1. Serve hot wrapped in warm tortillas.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor. Add extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms if desired. Adjust chili powder for heat preference.