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Fajita Chicken Platter

Fajita Chicken

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4.9 from 127 reviews

Fajita Chicken combines tender marinated chicken with colorful bell peppers and onions for a vibrant, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken with taco seasoning, salt, pepper, lime juice, and olive oil. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook until golden brown and cooked through (7-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  5. Mix everything together for an additional minute over heat and serve warm with tortillas or rice.

Notes

  • For a variation, swap chicken with shrimp or tofu.
  • Enhance flavor by adding spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican cuisine

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg