Yay, chicken fajitas! So easy to make, and so quick. The method involves quickly searing the meat on a griddle or grill, and then slicing and serving with quickly seared peppers and onions. And, of course, flour tortillas.
Chicken fajitas are an easy and flavorful weeknight meal. A classic Mexican recipe, juicy chicken is seasoned, seared and cooked to perfection, then tossed with sauteed bell peppers and onions. A squeeze of fresh lime adds a punch of flavor and the chicken fajitas are served with warm tortillas and toppings.
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What Does “Fajita” Mean?
A little bit of back story. The word “fajita” means “little belt” from “faja” for strip or belt, and the diminutive “ita.” It describes a skirt steak, and fajitas were traditionally made with grilled skirt steak, though now they can be made with chicken, shrimp, you name it.
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How to Season and Cook Chicken Fajitas
The cutlets are marinated for a minimum of 30 minutes (an hour or longer is best) in a spicy marinade with chili powder, cilantro, and jalapeño. You can marinate up to 24 hours in advance, but any longer than that and the lime juice in the marinade will start to “cook” the chicken.
To cook, you sear the cutlets on a hot cast iron pan (you could also easily use a hot grill), and after letting them rest a few minutes, slice them across the grain of the meat. Cook the peppers and onions in the same pan while the meat is resting.
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FAQ
What does a fajita consist of?
Are Chicken Fajitas healthy to eat?
What does fajita seasoning contain?
What’s in a chicken fajita?
I’m Sara! These chicken fajitas contain zesty marinated chicken, peppers and onions, all cooked until caramelized and golden brown. An easy dinner option!
What is chicken fajitas Tex-Mex?
Chicken fajitas are a popular Tex-Mex dish consisting of flavorful chicken strips served with sautéed onions and bell peppers. The chicken is typically marinated in a mixture of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika, along with lime and garlic, which adds flavor and helps tenderize the meat.
What does chicken fajitas taste like?
Fajitas are a Tex-Mex dish that consists of little strips of meat, typically cooked with peppers and onions. What do chicken fajitas taste like? Fajitas combine juicy chicken seasoned with Mexican spices (like chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and oregano) and sweet sauteed peppers and onions. Are they easy to make?
What do you put in A fajita?
Fajita Marinade: I use one batch of this chicken fajita marinade. Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, or thighs if you prefer. Butter: Or oil, like avocado oil. Veggies: We like to use strips of bell peppers and onions. Tortillas: Flour tortillas or corn tortillas, whichever you like. Pico de Gallo: Or your favorite salsa.