Easy Chicken Fajitas
Loaded with fresh, south of the border flavors, these Easy Chicken Fajitas are such a simple way to change up your Taco Tuesday! All of your favorite Mexican flavors collide with perfectly seasoned juicy chicken, sweet bell peppers, and savory onions. Done in just 30 minutes, it's the perfect dinner for those busy weeknights!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound thinly sliced Chicken Breast
- 1 Green Bell Pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 Yellow Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper (thinly sliced)
- 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 pieces in seasoning mix and set aside.
- Preheat your 12" cast iron skillet or stainless steel skillet over medium heat until warm. Or if using a non-stick pan, no preheating is necessary.
- 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 Guacamole to top it all off!
- Storage Tips: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating Tips: When ready to enjoy your leftovers, just reheat in a skillet over Medium heat with a little olive oil, stirring often.
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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