This dish in the image looks like a classic Chicken Fajita, a Mexican-inspired favorite. The mix of juicy, seasoned chicken strips and colorful bell peppers and onions wrapped in a warm tortilla makes it an irresistible meal. Here’s a recipe for Homemade Chicken Fajitas using fresh ingredients and homemade seasoning to give you that authentic Mexican taste.
Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 small flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
For the Fajita Seasoning (Homemade Blend):
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Preparation:
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken & Vegetables
- Start by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. Set aside.
- Thinly slice the bell peppers and red onion.
Step 2: Mix the Seasoning
- In a small bowl, mix together all the fajita seasoning ingredients: chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken to the pan and sprinkle half of the fajita seasoning over the chicken. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Step 4: Cook the Vegetables
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet, sprinkle with the remaining fajita seasoning, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened and lightly charred.
Step 5: Combine Chicken and Vegetables
- Once the vegetables are cooked, add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and heat everything through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 6: Warm the Tortillas
- Warm the tortillas by placing them on a dry skillet or griddle over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or you can wrap them in foil and warm them in a low oven.
Step 7: Serve the Fajitas
- Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture hot, on top of the warmed tortillas. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve these fajitas with sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, or pico de gallo.
- You can also offer some lime wedges on the side to squeeze over the fajitas for a burst of citrusy freshness.
Tips:
- Marinate for More Flavor: If you have time, marinate the chicken strips in lime juice, olive oil, and a tablespoon of the fajita seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Vegetarian Option: Swap the chicken with portobello mushrooms or extra vegetables for a veggie fajita version.
- Control the Spice: Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes in the fajita seasoning to suit your desired level of spiciness.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Enjoy these homemade fajitas, which are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun meal with friends!
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Chicken Fajita
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
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- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 small flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
For the Fajita Seasoning (Homemade Blend):
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken & Vegetables
- Start by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. Set aside.
- Thinly slice the bell peppers and red onion.
Step 2: Mix the Seasoning
- In a small bowl, mix together all the fajita seasoning ingredients: chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken to the pan and sprinkle half of the fajita seasoning over the chicken. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Step 4: Cook the Vegetables
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet, sprinkle with the remaining fajita seasoning, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened and lightly charred.
Step 5: Combine Chicken and Vegetables
- Once the vegetables are cooked, add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and heat everything through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 6: Warm the Tortillas
- Warm the tortillas by placing them on a dry skillet or griddle over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side, or you can wrap them in foil and warm them in a low oven.
Step 7: Serve the Fajitas
- Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture hot, on top of the warmed tortillas. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes