EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS SKILLET WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS

These Easy Chicken Fajitas are bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavors and come together in one sizzling skillet. Juicy seasoned chicken strips are cooked with colorful bell peppers and sweet onions, then served with warm tortillas, fresh guacamole, and salsa for a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Perfect for busy weeknights, this family favorite is ready in just 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Chicken Fajitas

  • 1½ lbs (700 g) chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

For Serving

  • Warm tortillas
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Lime wedges
  • Sour cream (optional)

Instructions

1. Season the Chicken

In a large bowl, combine chicken strips with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.

2. Cook the Chicken

Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes until golden with beautiful grill marks. Remove and set aside.

3. Sauté the Vegetables

Add sliced peppers and onions to the same skillet and cook for 5 minutes until tender and slightly charred.

4. Combine

Return the chicken to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until hot and sizzling.

5. Serve

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with warm tortillas, guacamole, salsa, and lime wedges.

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