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Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas
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Chicken fajitas are a vibrant and mouthwatering meal combining juicy, tender chicken with crisp bell peppers and onions, all wrapped in warm tortillas infused with bold spices. This quick and satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners, delivering rich flavors with simple ingredients in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • Skinless, boneless chicken breast pieces (about 1 lb)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Vegetables

  • 1 each red, yellow, and green bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1 medium onion, sliced thin
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Other

  • Flour or corn tortillas, warmed (8-10 tortillas)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breast into thin, even strips to ensure quick, uniform cooking. Toss with olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Let marinate briefly while preparing vegetables.
  2. Slice the Vegetables: Cut bell peppers and onion into thin slices, matching sizes for even cooking. Mince garlic finely to release flavor.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of olive oil. Add chicken strips in a single layer and cook without stirring for a couple of minutes to develop a sear, then toss and cook until no longer pink inside, about 5-7 minutes total. Remove from pan and set aside.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Add sliced peppers, onions, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly caramelized, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Combine and Warm Tortillas: Return cooked chicken to the skillet and mix with vegetables. Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave until soft and pliable.
  6. Assemble and Serve: Fill warm tortillas with generous portions of chicken and vegetable mixture. Add desired toppings such as cilantro, avocado, cheese, or sour cream, and enjoy immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Uniformly slice chicken and vegetables for consistent cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed for better searing.
  • Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes to boost flavor absorption.
  • Use high heat to caramelize chicken and veggies for deeper flavor.
  • Warm tortillas properly to prevent tearing when rolling fajitas.

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