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Chicken Fajitas in Skillet
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Chicken Fajitas In A Skillet

Chicken breasts, sliced onions, jalapeno peppers, red peppers, orange peppers and yellow peppers
Course dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Chicken, Fajita, Mexican, Skillet
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 5 People
Calories 347kcal
Author Stacy Roman

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet
  • Stove
  • Cutting Board , Knife

Ingredients

  • 3-4 Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1-2 Fresh Jalapeno
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 Orange Bell Pepper
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 1 large White or Yellow Onion
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 10-12 Flour Tortillas

Instructions

Optional Toppings

  • Cheddar or Jack Shredded Cheese
  • Sour Cream
  • Guacamole
  • Shredded Lettuce
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Salsa

Making Fajitas

  • Pre-heat cast iron skillet on medium- high heat.Add the olive oil to pan.
  • Combine all spices in a small bowl or cup. Mix well .
  • Use ¾ of the spices to season the chicken breasts. Add the chicken to hot olive oil .
  • Cook the chicken 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165° remove from the pan and set aside. Cool enough to be able to slice or chop chicken
  • Meanwhile, slice vegetables into thin slices. After removing chicken add vegetables to skillet and sprinkle with remaining seasoning. Saute veggies for 8-10 minutes until the desired doneness.
  • Add chicken back to the pan. Stir together and serve.