Chicken Fajitas Skillet
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
346 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chicken Fajitas Skillet
Description
Chicken Fajitas Skillet brings together sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts with a trio of bell peppers and onions, all cooked in olive oil. The seasoning mix of salt, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder adds a balanced, mildly spicy flavor to the dish. The cooking method involves sautéing the ingredients in a single skillet until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender but retain some texture. A finishing drizzle of fresh lime juice brightens the flavors and adds a slight tang.
The fajitas are served with 8-inch flour tortillas and a range of toppings such as sour cream, salsa, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges, allowing for customization based on taste preferences. This setup makes it well-suited for a family meal or casual gathering where everyone can assemble their own fajitas.
The recipe notes suggest alternatives like swapping chicken for shrimp or thinly sliced steak and ways to increase heat by adding chipotle chili powder or chipotle adobo sauce. These provide flexibility for different tastes and spice levels.
Ingredients
- 2-3 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 3 bell pepper any color
- ½ onion medium
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 flour tortillas 8-inch
- lime juice of 1
- lime toppings, such as lime wedges
- cilantro
- sour cream
- salsa
- avocado
- hot sauce
Instructions
- Chop chicken, peppers, and onions into thin strips.
- Drizzle a large skillet over medium heat with oil. Let it come to temperature for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken, peppers, and onions to the pan. Season with salt, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder and stir.
- Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.
- Remove from heat, drizzle with lime juice. Serve immediately with tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Top with guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and shredded cheese for added flavor and texture.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp or thinly sliced steak for variation.
- Add chipotle chili powder or chipotle adobo sauce to the skillet to increase spiciness if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 1072mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 537mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 2960IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 116mg | 129% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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