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Skillet chicken fajitas with seasoned chicken strips, bell peppers, and onions

Sizzling Chicken Fajitas

Juicy seasoned chicken strips with charred peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 510
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 bell peppers thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 8 small flour tortillas warmed
  • 1/2 cup salsa for serving
  • 1 avocado sliced (optional)
  • Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken strips with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches if needed. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning once, until browned and the thickest strips reach 165°F. Transfer to a clean plate.
  3. Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Cook the bell peppers and onion for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly charred at the edges.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Return the chicken and any juices to the pan, add lime juice, and toss until hot. Remove from heat.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp towel. Serve the chicken and peppers with tortillas, salsa, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.