High Protein Fajita Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Fajita Chicken recipe, a flavorful and nutrient-packed meal that's ready in just 40 minutes! Juicy, marinated strips of chicken breast are perfectly seasoned with a zesty blend of lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then pan-seared to golden perfection. Paired with vibrant strips of red, green, and yellow bell peppers and sweet red onions, this dish delivers restaurant-quality fajita flavor right at home. Served in warm whole wheat tortillas and garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a wholesome, protein-rich meal that's both satisfying and healthy. Perfect for meal prep or a quick family dinner, this fajita chicken is as versatile as it is delicious—add your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or low-fat sour cream for an extra burst of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs total) chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 1 large red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 8 small whole wheat tortillas

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. Place them in a large bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken strips and mix well to coat each piece evenly. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.

Step 4

While the chicken is marinating, seed and slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Slice the red onion into similar strips.

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the sliced peppers and onion. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly charred.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables. Cook everything together for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the flavors meld.

Step 8

Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.

Step 9

To serve, fill each tortilla with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Enjoy your high protein fajita chicken immediately while hot, accompanied by your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, or low-fat sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3944.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5563.1

Total Fat 151.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.1g
Cholesterol 2340.5mg	0%
Sodium 12745.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 803.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 807.7mg	0%
Iron 29.1mg	0%
Potassium 10308.0mg	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: 24.4%

Protein: 57.5%

Carbs: 18.1%