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Bring the restaurant experience home with these sizzling chicken fajitas! Tender, seasoned chicken strips, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions all cooked in one skillet. A fun, interactive, and delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes.
For 4 servings
Marinate the Chicken
Cook the Chicken
Sauté the Vegetables
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Bring the restaurant experience home with these sizzling chicken fajitas! Tender, seasoned chicken strips, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions all cooked in one skillet. A fun, interactive, and delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes.
This tex_mex recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 545.71 calories per serving with 46.4g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Combine and Serve
Substitute the chicken with 1.5 lbs of skirt steak (for beef fajitas) or 1.5 lbs of large shrimp. Adjust cooking times accordingly; shrimp will cook much faster.
Replace the chicken with 16 oz of sliced portobello mushrooms or firm tofu. For tofu, press it first to remove excess water before marinating.
Add one sliced jalapeño along with the bell peppers for a spicy kick, or add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
Serve the fajita mixture in lettuce cups or over a bed of cauliflower rice instead of tortillas.
Chicken breast is an excellent source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue, supporting immune function, and promoting a feeling of fullness.
Bell peppers are loaded with Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that boosts the immune system. Onions provide additional antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds.
The onions and bell peppers contribute dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, helps maintain stable blood sugar levels, and supports overall gut health.
A serving of two chicken fajitas, without toppings, contains approximately 450-550 calories. The final count will vary based on the size of your tortillas and the amount and type of toppings you add.
Yes, chicken fajitas can be a very healthy meal. They are packed with lean protein from the chicken and vitamins and fiber from the bell peppers and onions. To keep them healthy, use minimal oil, choose whole wheat tortillas, and opt for light toppings like salsa, pico de gallo, and a small amount of guacamole or Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
Absolutely! A grill is a fantastic way to cook fajitas. Grill the marinated chicken breasts whole until cooked through, then slice. For the vegetables, use a grill basket or thread them onto skewers to prevent them from falling through the grates. This method adds a wonderful smoky flavor.
Boneless, skinless chicken breast is the most common and leanest choice. However, boneless, skinless chicken thighs are also an excellent option as they are more flavorful and less prone to drying out.
Store the leftover chicken and vegetable mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a hot skillet with a little oil or in the microwave until warmed through. Store tortillas separately.