Chicken Fajita Stir Fry with Peppers

Savor the vibrant flavors of this Chicken Fajita Stir Fry with Peppers, a quick and healthy dinner option that brings Tex-Mex inspiration to your table in just 35 minutes! Made with juicy, seasoned chicken breast strips, a colorful trio of bell peppers, and sweet onions, this skillet meal is bursting with bold fajita spices like chili powder, paprika, and cumin. Balanced with a bright squeeze of lime and fresh cilantro, it’s a versatile dish perfect for serving as-is, over fluffy rice, or tucked into warm tortillas. With its sizzling combination of fresh ingredients and aromatic seasonings, this one-pan wonder is as easy to cook as it is delicious to eat—perfect for busy weeknights or satisfying family gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 1 Green bell pepper
• 1 Yellow bell pepper
• 1 Yellow onion
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Lime
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and place them in a bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the fajita seasoning mix.

Step 3

Sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the chicken strips and mix well to coat evenly. Set aside.

Step 4

Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Cut the onion in half and slice it into thin wedges.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 7

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Squeeze the juice of one lime over the stir fry and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve hot as is, over rice, or wrapped in tortillas for fajitas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1146.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1224.4

Total Fat 46.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 1586.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 148.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 176.6mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2475.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 48.7%

Carbs: 16.9%