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Chicken Fajitas

Sizzling strips of chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and fragrant onions wrapped in warm tortillas, perfect for a quick meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 bell pepper sliced (red or green)
  • 1 onion sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: salsa guacamole, sour cream, cilantro

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Start by slicing the chicken into thin strips.
  2. In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and starting to brown.
  5. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and onion once the chicken is almost done.
  6. Cook everything together for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  7. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  8. Serve the chicken and veggies on the warm tortillas with your choice of toppings.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for an hour or overnight for even more flavor.