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A sizzling cast iron skillet filled with delicious homemade chicken fajitas, with fresh toppings in the background.
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The Absolute Best Chicken Fajitas Recipe (Easy & Authentic!)

This easy chicken fajitas recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken and perfectly tender-crisp vegetables with a homemade seasoning blend. Includes instructions for skillet, sheet pan, and grill methods for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

For the Fajita Seasoning & Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lime juice from about 1-2 limes
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Fajitas
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts, sliced into 1/4-inch strips
  • 3 bell peppers any color, sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 8 flour or corn tortillas for serving
  • Optional Toppings guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet (preferably cast iron)
  • 1 Large Bowl
  • 1 Knife and Cutting Board
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Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a large bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the sliced chicken to the marinade and toss until fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes at room temperature, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
Cook (Choose Your Method)
  1. For Skillet: Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken. Add peppers and onions to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to combine.
  2. For Sheet Pan: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange marinated chicken, peppers, and onions in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is cooked and vegetables are tender. Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra char if desired.
  3. For Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread chicken and vegetables onto skewers or use a grill basket. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, until chicken is cooked through and charred to your liking.
Serve
  1. Serve the sizzling chicken and veggies immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 46gFat: 26gFiber: 5g

Notes

Don't Crowd the Pan: For the best sear, cook the chicken and vegetables in a single layer. Work in batches if your skillet isn't large enough.
Warm Your Tortillas: This small step makes a huge difference! Warming them makes them soft and pliable.
Meal Prep: You can slice the chicken and veggies and mix the seasoning ahead of time to make dinner even faster.
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