Easy Chicken Fajitas
These easy chicken fajitas almost always hit the spot, from weeknight dinners to casual gatherings with friends. Delicious and simple with effortless prep, this dish is ideal for busy cooks who want to serve a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 217kcal
Equipment
- Dutch oven or large skillet
- Large bowl
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- juice of 2 lemons or limes
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 red pepper sliced
- tortillas for serving
Optional Toppings
- sour cream
- cheddar cheese
- salsa or pico de Gallo
- guacamole
- jalapeños
- queso cheese
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into strips.
- Combine all of the ingredients, except for the onion and red pepper, in a large bowl and stir until well combined. Let sit for ½ hour or longer to marinate.
- Slice the onion and red pepper while the chicken marinates.
- Heat skillet on medium high and dump the chicken and marinade into the skillet with the onion and red pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink and the onions and peppers are soft.
- Serve with choice of fajita toppings and tortillas.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 733mg | Potassium: 558mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1267IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg