Chicken Fajitas (or Fajitas de Pollo) are SO good and not traditional Mexican food. That’s right. It’s Tex Mex!
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I love them because they are ready in under 30 minutes, loaded with flavor, and always a hit with the whole family.
Easy and fast – the perfect combination for a weeknight meal.
They are just as tasty as Beef Fajitas and Shrimp Fajitas. Serve on top of warm tortillas, sour cream, and plenty of fresh salsa.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- chicken strips
- ground cumin
- ground oregano
- chili powder (or red pepper flakes)
- ground cayenne (optional)
- salt
- ground black pepper
- oilve oil
- onion or 1 tablespoon onion powder
- garlic clove or 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- green bell peppers
- red bell peppers
- yellow bell peppers
- fresh lime juice
This homemade fajita seasoning mixture consists of basic ingredients you might already have in your pantry.
Cayenne is spicy. If spice is not you’re thing, swap out for paprika or omit all together.
Marinated chicken takes time. We’re going for an easy meal that’s ready in minutes, not hours.
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken strips and pat dry.
- Sprinkle with cumin, oregano, cayenne (if using), chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well in a medium bowl and cover completely with the spices.
Nowadays, you’ll find fajita meat at the grocery store.
No chicken strips at the store? Buy boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs and slice it up into thin strips on a cutting board.
Very Important! Be sure to pat dry the chicken well. This will ensure that the chicken gets a nice char.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken. Cook for 4 minutes.
- Stirring occasionally. Then add the peppers, onion, and garlic.
- Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the peppers are soft.
In order to get a good sear on the chicken, the skillet needs to be really hot.
Many people use a large cast iron skillet because that’s what the restaurants use. Those types of skillets are ideal for searing.
Sheet Pan Instructions
Above, you see me using a skillet big enough to include all the ingredients, but you can also use a sheet pan. Place everything in a single layer. 425 degrees F oven. Cook for 25 minutes.
- Turn the heat off.
- Squeeze the lime juice all over the chicken and peppers.
- Serve with tortillas, salsa, and lime wedges.
Use all three peppers, two of the peppers, or more of one type of peppers.
Flour tortillas are most commonly served with fajitas. Or, use corn tortillas, or for a carb-friendly version, serve as lettuce wraps.
Storing Instructions
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To freeze, place the leftovers in a sealable Ziplock bag and remove as much air as possible. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
SIDE DISH RECIPES:
- Mexican Rice
- Frijoles de la Olla
- Cactus Salad
- Elote Mexicano (Mexican Street Corn)
Amazingly tender, juicy Chicken Fajitas (or Fajitas de Pollo) made in just a fraction of the time. Truly the easiest, no fuss recipe ever for busy nights.
Serve with your favorite toppings and wash it down with this horchata recipe. Provecho!
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Chicken Fajitas (Fajitas de Pollo)
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken strips
- ½ tablespoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground oregano
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cayenne (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 tablespoon oil
- ½ onion sliced
- 1 garlic clove finely minced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- Juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken strips and pat dry.
- Sprinkle with cumin, oregano, cayenne (if using), chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Add chicken.
- Cook for 4 minutes.
- Stirring occasionally.
- Add the peppers, onion, and garlic.
- Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the peppers are soft.
- Turn heat off.
- Squeeze the lime juice all over the chicken and peppers.
- Stir to combine.
- Serve with tortillas, salsa, and enjoy!
Debra
Fajitas are always a good choice. I loved the flavors in this recipe.
Maggie U
Fajitas are the best! So glad you enjoyed this!
Swathi
Chicken fajitas looks delicious
Maggie U
Yes, very yummy. 🙂
FOODHEAL
Easy recipe and thank you for letting us know that this isn’t a Mexican origin as I have been brought to believe
Maggie U
So glad you enjoyed this!
Amy
Great recipe! Kids thoroughly enjoyed it.
Maggie U
So glad you and your kids enjoyed this!
Ksenia
Such a healthy version of fajitas! It looks amazing
Maggie U
Hope you try it! It’s delicious
Capri
So delish! Thanks for the recipe!
Maggie U
So glad you enjoyed this!
Lindsay
Yummy – looks great!
Maggie U
Thanks! Hope you try it!
Chloe
I had no idea fajitas weren’t Mexican! Either way, these look great 😀
Maggie U
Shocking isn’t it? Glad you liked this recipe
Luke Ratford
Great midweek meal, the kids loved this recipe 🙂
Maggie U
So glad you enjoyed this!
Anonymous
These are delicious! Next time I think I’ll bake them in the oven. Thanks for the recipe.
Maggie U
So glad you enjoyed this!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife
Ooh I do LOVE fajitas. I don’t know why I’ve never made them at home, but this recipe has inspired me! Looks delicious!
Maggie Unzueta
Super easy to make. Hope you try them out. 🙂
Arlene | From Pennies to Plenty
Hehe, I’ve heard the same about burritos! Doesn’t matter to me though. I love good food no matter where it’s from. I’ve never cooked fajitas before but I’m trying to branch out and add some new recipes to the rotation. This sounds delish!
Maggie Unzueta
That’s true too! The burrito is not Mexican. My thoughts exactly. Food tastes good? I’m happy to eat it. 🙂
Meriem @ Confessions of a Confectionista
I love fajitas! Never knew they originated in Texas!
Maggie Unzueta
The burrito too. Some people don’t know that. We happily adopted this dish. 🙂
Sarah Althouse
Chicken and veggies – yesss and always!! My favorite thing to eat 🙂
Maggie Unzueta
And easy too! Hope you try this recipe out. 🙂
Michael @ Super Millennial
Love chicken fajitas, these looks great and simple to make!
Maggie Unzueta
They are! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Joan Cajic
I need to make these, although my hubby won’t touch peppers no problem because that just makes more for me. Thank you for sharing.
Maggie Unzueta
When my son was little, I used to serve myself less because he wouldn’t eat his entire plate. More for me 🙂
Alexandria
I didn’t know this originated in TX! They’re so delicious too!
Maggie Unzueta
They are! Love fajitas!