Today, we're bringing you a simple and delicious recipe for chicken fajitas. This classic Tex-Mex dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's full of flavor. So let's get started!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 yellow onion, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Flour or corn tortillas, for serving
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, lime wedges
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken strips to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
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Spread the chicken strips out in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the same baking sheet, arranging them around the chicken.
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Bake the chicken and vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
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While the chicken and vegetables are cooking, warm your tortillas in the oven or on a skillet over medium-high heat.
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When the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve the chicken and vegetables on warm tortillas, and add your favorite toppings if desired.
That's it for our easy chicken fajitas recipe. We hope you enjoyed making and eating this delicious Tex-Mex dish. Don't forget to leave a review and let us know how it turned out for you. Thanks for listening and happy cooking!
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