Chicken Fajitas

Transform dinner into a vibrant, flavor-packed experience with these sizzling Chicken Fajitas! This quick and easy Tex-Mex favorite combines tender strips of juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions, all tossed in a zesty lime and smoky spice blend of cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Cooked to perfection in just 20 minutes, this one-pan wonder makes weeknight cooking a breeze. Serve the savory mixture on warm flour tortillas and garnish with creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of tangy sour cream for a meal bursting with bold textures and flavors. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these Chicken Fajitas are guaranteed to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large lime
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 medium avocado

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips, and slice the onion thinly. Add these to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3

Juice the lime and add the lime juice to the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken and vegetables. Add the olive oil and toss everything together until the chicken and vegetables are well coated.

Step 6

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add the chicken and vegetable mixture to the pan, spreading it out evenly. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Warm the flour tortillas in a clean, dry skillet over medium heat or directly over a gas flame for a few seconds on each side.

Step 9

To serve, spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla.

Step 10

Top with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and slices of avocado.

Step 11

Fold the tortillas to enclose the filling and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1601.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2234.2

Total Fat 105.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 353.3mg	0%
Sodium 4425.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 143.9g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 754.8mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 3056.2mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 34.7%