ADVERTISING

Easy Flavorful Mexican Chicken Fajitas

Chicken fajitas are a delicious flavorful Tex-Mex dish that is quick and easy to prepare. With tender strips of chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and a blend of spices, these fajitas make for a satisfying meal. Serve them with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a complete and delicious dinner.

ADVERTISING

Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Added to
  • 1 red bell pepper Added to
  • 1 green bell pepper Added to
  • 1 yellow bell pepper Added to
  • 1 onion Added to
  • 3 tbls olive oil Added to
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder Added to
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Added to
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Added to
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Added to
  • Salt and pepper, to taste Added to
  • 8 tortillas Added to
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream guacamole salsa Added to
ADVERTISING

Directions

15 min.
1. Step

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Set aside.

2. Step

Cut the bell peppers and onion into thin strips as well.

3. Step

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

4. Step

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet.

5. Step

In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil.

6. Step

Add the bell peppers and onion to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.

7. Step

In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this spice mixture over the peppers and onion in the skillet, and stir to coat evenly.

8. Step

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together for the flavors to meld, for about 1-2 minutes.

9. Step

Heat tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.

10. Step

Serve the chicken fajita mixture in tortillas, along with your desired toppings.

Similar recipes

Easy Fresh Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl

This Chicken Burrito Bowl is a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavors. Spiced chicken, sautéed peppers, and Mexican-flavored rice serve up a healthier option to a burrito and promises a fulfilling meal. Best of all, it can be personalized according to your own preferred toppings.

Mushroom Chicken Stroganoff in Skillet

Chicken Stroganoff is a creamy and comforting dish that is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. The juicy chicken breasts are smothered in a decadent mushroom and sour cream sauce that is rich in flavor. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a favorite in no time.

Best Mexican Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy chicken quesadillas are quick, easy, and filled with delicious flavors. With tender chicken, melted cheese and a crispy tortilla, this Mexican-inspired dish is perfect for any meal. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or cream for a fantastic appetizer or course.
Doll
Doll
Recipe preview Creamy Chicken Pasta of your Dreams!
Videorecipe

Creamy Chicken Pasta of your Dreams!

A creamy chicken Alfredo with sun dried tomato, spinach and bacon, you'll love how the shredded chicken acts like a mop for the luxurious Alfredo sauce!

Creamy Chicken Garlic Pesto Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is a harmonious blend of juicy chicken, rich cream, and flavorful pesto tossed with al dente pasta. This indulgent meal is comforting, satisfying, and perfect for any night of the week.

Creamy Spicy Chicken Bean White Chili

This comforting and hearty recipe combines delicious chicken with a variety of flavorful spices, tender beans, and aromatic vegetables to create a creamy, spicy but not overwhelmingly hot chili that's simply irresistible.

Creamy Chicken Casserole in Slow Cooker

This slow-cooker chicken casserole dish is super delicious. Packed with flavor from the chicken, vegetables, and sauce, it's the perfect meal for busy week meals.

Creamy Herby Parmesan Pesto Skillet Chicken

This Creamy Pesto Chicken is one of my go-to recipes in times when I want to prepare a dish that is delicious, yet easy to make. The fusion of creamy pesto and tender chicken delivers a burst of flavors. Over the years, I’ve perfected my version of this dish that adds an extra kick to the traditional one.

Similar recipes

Easy Fresh Mexican Chicken Burrito Bowl

This Chicken Burrito Bowl is a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavors. Spiced chicken, sautéed peppers, and Mexican-flavored rice serve up a healthier option to a burrito and promises a fulfilling meal. Best of all, it can be personalized according to your own preferred toppings.

Mushroom Chicken Stroganoff in Skillet

Chicken Stroganoff is a creamy and comforting dish that is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. The juicy chicken breasts are smothered in a decadent mushroom and sour cream sauce that is rich in flavor. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a favorite in no time.

Best Mexican Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy chicken quesadillas are quick, easy, and filled with delicious flavors. With tender chicken, melted cheese and a crispy tortilla, this Mexican-inspired dish is perfect for any meal. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or cream for a fantastic appetizer or course.
Doll
Doll
Recipe preview Creamy Chicken Pasta of your Dreams!
Videorecipe

Creamy Chicken Pasta of your Dreams!

A creamy chicken Alfredo with sun dried tomato, spinach and bacon, you'll love how the shredded chicken acts like a mop for the luxurious Alfredo sauce!

Creamy Chicken Garlic Pesto Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta is a harmonious blend of juicy chicken, rich cream, and flavorful pesto tossed with al dente pasta. This indulgent meal is comforting, satisfying, and perfect for any night of the week.

Creamy Spicy Chicken Bean White Chili

This comforting and hearty recipe combines delicious chicken with a variety of flavorful spices, tender beans, and aromatic vegetables to create a creamy, spicy but not overwhelmingly hot chili that's simply irresistible.

Creamy Chicken Casserole in Slow Cooker

This slow-cooker chicken casserole dish is super delicious. Packed with flavor from the chicken, vegetables, and sauce, it's the perfect meal for busy week meals.

Creamy Herby Parmesan Pesto Skillet Chicken

This Creamy Pesto Chicken is one of my go-to recipes in times when I want to prepare a dish that is delicious, yet easy to make. The fusion of creamy pesto and tender chicken delivers a burst of flavors. Over the years, I’ve perfected my version of this dish that adds an extra kick to the traditional one.

Reels

New

Top categories

Quick meals

2298 recipes

Brunch

593 recipes

Lunch

2843 recipes

Dinner

2842 recipes

Meals with meat

1594 recipes

Pork

261 recipes

Baking

2165 recipes

Tomatoes

791 recipes

Breakfast

619 recipes

Dessert

1545 recipes

Pastry

873 recipes