Description
These quick and juicy chicken fajitas are perfect for a weeknight dinner, delivering big flavor with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 1/4″ strips
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp canola oil, divided
- Juice of 1–2 limes (about 2–3 tbsp), plus wedges to serve
- 1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 12 flour tortillas, warmed
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk chili powder, paprika, kosher salt, onion powder, cumin, garlic powder, sugar, and cayenne. Stir in cornstarch. Add 1/4 cup canola oil and the juice of 1–2 limes. Whisk until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken: Slice chicken into 1/4″ strips. Put the chicken in a bowl or sealable bag. Pour in two-thirds of the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate 10 minutes to 2 hours.
- Marinate the vegetables: Toss sliced peppers and onion with the remaining marinade and let them sit while the pan heats.
- Cook the vegetables: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add peppers and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to color, about 4–5 minutes. Remove from pan and keep warm.
- Cook the chicken: Add 2 tbsp oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering. Spread chicken strips in a single layer. Sear 2–3 minutes without moving to develop color, then stir/flip and cook another 4–5 minutes.
- Finish: Return the vegetables to the skillet with the chicken. Toss and cook 2–3 minutes to meld flavors. Squeeze fresh lime over everything.
- Serve: Spoon chicken and veggies into warm tortillas and add toppings as desired.
Notes
Cornstarch helps with browning and can be swapped for potato starch. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican