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A vibrant plate of chicken fajitas featuring colorful sliced bell peppers and onions on tender grilled chicken strips, all caramelized with spices, arranged neatly on a rustic white plate. The dish is garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, styled on a wooden table with soft natural lighting highlighting the textures and vivid colors of the ingredients.

Easy One-Pan Chicken Fajitas for Quick Weeknight Dinners

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Tender chicken strips cooked with colorful bell peppers and onions, seasoned with fajita spices for a quick and delicious meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges and fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken strips and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add remaining olive oil to the skillet. Toss in sliced peppers and onions, sauté until tender and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Serve hot with lime wedges and garnish with chopped cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or tofu for variety.
  • Add a dash of hot sauce or salsa for extra spice.
  • Serve with warm tortillas, rice, or salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita
  • Calories: 290 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg