Chicken Fajita Recipe
Calling all young foodies and culinary explorers! Buckle up for a journey into the sizzling world of chicken fajitas, a dish that's as fun to say as it is to devour.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds 115 g boneless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup 60 g fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 medium bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for cooking
- Optional toppings: sour cream salsa, guacamole, cilantro, shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a thin layer of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook until softened and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Assemble the fajitas by filling each tortilla with chicken, peppers, onions, and your desired toppings.
Notes
- Use a heavy skillet for even heat distribution.
- Cut the vegetables thinly so they cook quickly and evenly.
- Warm the tortillas to make them soft and pliable.
- Get creative with your toppings!