Fajitas Recipe
Sizzling grilled meat with peppers and onions
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Ingredients
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Meat
Vegetables
Tortillas
Toppings
Method
Marinate the Chicken
- 1
Marinating
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Add Chicken
Add the chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 3
Slice the Vegetables
While the chicken is marinating, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- 4
Cook the Vegetables
In a skillet over medium heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are softened and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
Cook the Chicken
- 5
Grill the Chicken
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
- 6
Slice the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into thin strips.
Assemble the Fajitas
- 7
Warm the Tortillas
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or until pliable.
- 8
Serve
On each tortilla, layer the grilled chicken, sautéed vegetables, and desired toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, fresh cilantro, and shredded cheese. Roll up the tortilla and enjoy!