Quick way to grow perfect Chicken Fajitas
Enjoy perfectly seasoned and cooked chicken fajitas in no time with this quick and easy recipe. Ideal for a weeknight meal, these fajitas are bursting with flavor and can be customized to your liking.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breasts sliced into strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
For the Veggies
- 2 bell peppers sliced (any color)
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For Serving
- tortillas warmed
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Toss chicken strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil and fajita seasoning.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Veggies
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then add sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
Combine and Serve
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables and mix well.
- Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Notes
Customize your fajitas with toppings like salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or shredded cheese. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning or use spicy bell peppers.