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A vibrant plate of chicken fajitas featuring tender sliced chicken, colorful bell peppers and onions, all cooked to perfection and served on a rustic wooden table with a side of fresh lime wedges and garnishes, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere, with steam gently rising from the sizzling ingredients.

Quick and Easy One-Pan Chicken Fajitas for Weeknight Dinners

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A simple, tasty chicken fajitas recipe cooked in one pan, featuring colorful bell peppers, onions, and tender chicken strips, seasoned with spices for a flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) chicken breasts, sliced
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add sliced peppers and onions to the skillet, sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle with chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  5. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and stir well.
  6. Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  7. Serve the chicken and vegetables on tortillas, garnished with additional lime wedges or cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • You can customize the spice level by adjusting the chili powder.
  • For extra flavor, add sliced jalapeños or shredded cheese.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if tortillas are gluten-free)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita wrap
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg