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Chicken Fajitas Skillet

Quick One-Skillet Chicken Fajitas Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 3 bell peppers, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lime
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, avocado

Method
 

  1. Toss chicken with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp oil. Let sit for at least 5 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over high heat, add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Sear chicken in a single layer until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-high. Sauté peppers and onion until charred and tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  4. Return chicken and any juices to the skillet. Squeeze lime juice over everything and toss to coat. Cook 1 minute.
  5. Push filling to one side. Warm tortillas on the other side for 30 seconds per side. Serve immediately with toppings.

Notes

Get the skillet very hot before adding the chicken so you get a good sear. If you are using corn tortillas, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20 seconds if you prefer them softer.