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A sizzling platter of mixed chicken and beef fajitas with colorful peppers and onions.

Proven way to grow delicious Fajitas (Chicken or Beef)

This recipe provides a delicious and proven method for making homemade fajitas, offering the flexibility to use either chicken or beef. It's perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal or a festive gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or skirt steak
  • 2 large bell peppers (various colors), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 8 small tortillas
For the Marinade
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
  • sour cream
  • salsa
  • guacamole
  • shredded cheese

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice your chosen protein (chicken breast or skirt steak) into thin strips and place them in a bowl for marinating.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  3. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it's evenly coated, then cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of olive oil, adding the sliced bell peppers and onion once hot.
  2. Sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp and slightly charred, then remove them from the pan and set aside.
  3. Add a little more olive oil to the same skillet, then add the marinated meat in a single layer, cooking for 3-5 minutes per side until properly browned and cooked through.
  4. Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the meat, tossing everything together to combine, and heat through for another minute or two.
Serving
  1. Warm the tortillas according to package directions, either in a microwave, oven, or dry skillet.
  2. Serve the fajita mixture immediately with the warm tortillas and your favorite optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or shredded cheese.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade. You can also customize your vegetables with zucchini or mushrooms. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.