Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this quick and easy Chicken Fajitas recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With no marinade needed, you can whip up these restaurant-style fajitas in just 35 minutes. Featuring juicy chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions, this dish captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. Serve in warm tortillas or over rice, topped with your favorite condiments like guacamole and sour cream for an extra burst of flavor. This customizable recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a go-to meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (sliced into thin strips)
- 2 bell peppers (thinly sliced)
- 1 large sweet onion (thinly sliced)
- 8 oz mushrooms (thinly sliced)
- 6 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Seasonings: seasoned salt, cumin, smoked paprika (optional)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with seasoned salt, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- In a bowl, combine all sliced vegetables.
- Heat 1.5 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear one-third of the vegetables until crisp-tender; remove and repeat with remaining veggies.
- Add another 1.5 tablespoons of oil to the skillet and sauté the chicken until cooked through.
- Return vegetables to the skillet and toss everything together until heated thoroughly. Serve hot with toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg