how to make fajitas

how to make fajitas

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To make chicken fajitas, follow these steps for a flavorful and easy meal:

Ingredients

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ lime
  • Fajita seasoning (mix ½ tbsp chili powder, ½ tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp oregano, ½ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp black pepper)
  • Tortillas and toppings like sour cream, pico de gallo, avocado, and cilantro

Instructions

  1. Make the seasoning: Combine all fajita seasoning spices in a bowl.
  2. Season the chicken: Generously sprinkle the seasoning on both sides of the chicken breasts and press it in with your fingers.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 7-8 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and let rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  4. Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté the sliced bell peppers and onions for 4-5 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Combine and finish: Add the sliced chicken back to the skillet with the veggies, squeeze fresh lime juice over, and stir everything together.
  6. Serve: Warm tortillas and serve the chicken and veggies inside, topped with your favorite garnishes like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa

Alternative method: Oven-baked fajitas

  • Slice chicken and veggies into strips.
  • Toss with oil and fajita seasoning.
  • Spread on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway.
  • Finish with lime juice and serve with tortillas and toppings

This method yields juicy, flavorful fajitas that can be served as tacos, wraps, or rice bowls with various toppings

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