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Colorful chicken fajitas arranged on a rustic wooden board, featuring vibrant red and green bell peppers, tender grilled chicken strips, and soft tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro and slices of lime, with a backdrop of warm natural light highlighting the textures and vibrant colors.

Quick and Easy One-Pan Chicken Fajitas for Weeknight Dinners

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This quick and flavorful chicken fajitas recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions sautéed with fajita spices, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup. Serve with warm tortillas for a satisfying meal ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
  • 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons fajita seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Warm tortillas for serving
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sliced chicken and season with fajita spices, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add sliced peppers and onions to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Serve hot on warm tortillas, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels by adding more or less fajita seasoning.
  • For meal prep, store cooked fajitas in airtight containers and reheat when ready to serve.
  • Serve with sides like rice or beans for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita wrap
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg