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Skillet Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A vibrant skillet dish featuring tender chicken and colorful bell peppers, seasoned with fajita spices and served hot.


Ingredients

  • Boneless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • Bell peppers (red, yellow, orange), sliced
  • Onion, sliced
  • Fajita seasoning mix (or homemade blend)
  • Olive oil
  • Lime juice
  • Flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado or guacamole, salsa, cheese, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Combine sliced chicken, half the fajita seasoning, lime juice, and olive oil. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
  3. Sauté onions for 2 minutes, then add bell peppers, cooking until softened and slightly charred.
  4. Remove vegetables and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, cook marinated chicken until fully cooked and browned.
  6. Return peppers and onions to the pan, add remaining seasoning, and toss to combine.
  7. Warm tortillas and serve the fajita mixture with your desired toppings.

Notes

  • For vegetarian option, skip chicken and add more vegetables or tofu.
  • Use homemade seasoning to control sodium levels.
  • Reheat fajita mix in a skillet with a splash of water or stock to prevent drying out.
  • Char veggies over high heat without constant stirring for the best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg