Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Sizzling chicken served with peppers and onions.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Marinade
To Serve
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- 2
Add Chicken to Marinade
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the marinade. Toss to coat well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge for more flavor).
Cooking
- 3
Prepare Vegetables
While the chicken is marinating, slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- 4
Cook Chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and add to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and browned.
- 5
Serving
- 6
Warm Tortillas
While the chicken and vegetables are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until pliable.
- 7
Serve Fajitas
Serve the sizzling chicken and vegetable mixture in the warm tortillas. Top with sour cream, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro if desired.