Easy Chicken Fajita Recipe

If you’re looking for a quick, easy, and seriously delicious meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds, I’ve got you covered. Fajitas are the perfect weeknight dinner—full of bold flavors and simple ingredients. They come together in no time, and the best part? You can customize them however you like! Whether you like chicken, steak, or veggies, this recipe is very flexible.

What You’ll Need:

• For the fajita seasoning:
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, but it adds a nice kick!)
• For the fajitas:
  • 2 chicken breasts (or steak, shrimp, or veggies – totally your choice!)
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Lime wedges
  • Flour tortillas
• For toppings (optiona):
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Sour cream
  • Shredded cheese
  • Fresh cilantro

Let’s Get Cooking:

1. Prep Your Ingredients: Slice your chicken (or steak, shrimp, whatever you’re using!) into thin strips. The thinner, the better! Then slice your peppers and onions. If you’re feeling adventurous, feel free to add other veggies like zucchini or mushrooms—fajitas are pretty versatile!
2. Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine all of the fajita seasoning ingredients.
3. Marinate: Sprinkle the seasoning generously over your chicken, and toss it well to coat every piece. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes – but if you have time to let it sit longer, that’s even better!
4. Sauté the Veggies: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in your bell peppers and onions, and sauté them for about 5-7 minutes until they’re tender and lightly charred. Set them aside, but leave all those tasty bits in the pan—those will be key for the next step!
5. Cook the Chicken: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and cook your seasoned chicken for about 5-7 minutes, until it’s cooked through. If you’re making steak, make sure to cook it to your preferred doneness.
6. Add Veggies Back: Once your chicken is cooked, add the sautéed veggies back into the skillet, toss everything together, and cook for another minute or two. You’ll notice that the seasoning and juices from the chicken will start to form a delicious glaze.
7. Time to Serve: Warm your tortillas on the skillet. Then, spoon your sizzling fajita mixture onto each tortilla, squeeze a fresh lime wedge over the top, and add all your favorite toppings.

Tips for the Perfect Fajitas:

• Want to make it even easier? You can buy pre-marinated fajita chicken or steak from the grocery store. It saves time and still tastes amazing!
• Make it your own! Fajitas are super customizable, so feel free to swap in different veggies (think mushrooms, zucchini, or corn).