This easy Skillet Chicken Fajitas Recipe is packed with fresh south of the border flavors and is sure to satisfy those hungry tummies at dinner this week!
Be sure to also try this flavor packed Sausage and Peppers Recipe, too!
Skillet Chicken Fajitas Recipe
It’s time to up your Taco Tuesday game!
Making this Skillet Chicken Fajitas Recipe at home is such an easy way to add serious flavor to dinner, while keeping the grocery budget intact. And when you have 2 teenage boys and a hungry hubby like I do, finding a way to keep your grocery bill frugal is a big deal!
If you’re wondering what spices are in Fajita Seasoning or how long to cook Chicken Fajitas in cast iron, this easy skillet grilled chicken recipe is what you’ve been looking for!
Healthy, fresh, and SO delicious!
This recipe is the perfect way to enjoy healthy gourmet flavors and still be a frugal girl! Go grab your Cast Iron Skillet and these easy ingredients.
Are you ready to learn how to cook chicken fajitas on the stove? Using your cast iron skillet has never been easier!
Here’s what you’ll do…
Related: Easy Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Skillet Chicken Fajitas Ingredients
You’ll just need a these simple ingredients to make the BEST chicken fajitas!
You likely already have most of them in your kitchen already…
- Chicken
- Red, Yellow & Green Bell Peppers
- Yellow Onion
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Salt
- Onion Powder
- Chili Powder
- Paprika
- Sugar
- Cumin
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cayenne Pepper
You’ll also need a 12″ Cast Iron Skillet to get the job done.
How To Make Skillet Chicken Fajitas
You won’t believe how easy it is to make these skillet fajitas at home!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Combine your seasonings in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Toss your chicken pieces in the seasoning mix and set aside.
3. Sauté the peppers and onion in the skillet as described in the recipe card below.
4. Once done, remove the peppers and onions from the skillet and set aside.
5. Next, cook the chicken as detailed below… before adding the peppers and onions back to the skillet.
6. Combine everything thoroughly, allowing time for all of the flavors to mingle.
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How To Serve Skillet Fajitas
Serve your fajitas on warmed tortillas, topped with shredded Mexican cheese, sour cream, and some of this easy 2 ingredient Homemade Guacamole!
Skillet Chicken Fajitas Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Skillet Fajitas Recipe…
Silvia writes: “Delicious with orange rice on the side.”
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Skillet Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound thinly sliced Chicken Breast
- 1 thinly sliced Green Bell Pepper
- 1/2 thinly sliced Yellow Onion
- 1 thinly sliced Red Bell Pepper
- 1 thinly sliced Yellow Bell Pepper
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- In medium bowl, combine Garlic Salt, Onion Powder, Chili Powder, Paprika, Sugar, Cumin, Red Pepper and Cayenne Pepper.
- Toss sliced chicken breast pieces in seasoning mix and set aside.
- Preheat your 12" cast iron skillet over medium heat until warm.
- Add 1 tbsp Olive Oil to skillet, then add sliced Onion and Bell Peppers and saute for 8-10 minutes, or until fork tender.
- Remove Peppers and Onion from skillet and set aside.
- Add final tbsp of Olive Oil to skillet, then add in sliced chicken coated in seasoning mix.
- Saute chicken until no longer pink (about 5-6 minutes), then add Bell Peppers and Onion back into skillet.
- Combine thoroughly and allow to simmer for 1-2 more minutes to allow veggies to warm and mingle with fajita seasoning.
- Serve on warmed Tortillas, topped with shredded Mexican Cheese blend, Sour Cream and some of this World's Easiest Guacamole to top it all off!
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Leanne | Crumb Top Baking says
I’m all about skillet meals, and chicken fajitas are a favourite of mine! These look delicious Heidi!
Heidi says
Thanks so much, Leanne!