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Skillet Chicken Fajitas

This chicken fajita skillet is cooked entirely on the stovetop, creating a smoky, charred flavor with tender chicken strips and caramelized peppers. Main ingredients include sliced chicken breast, colorful bell peppers, and a savory fajita seasoning, all coming together with a squeeze of lime for brightness. The dish boasts vibrant colors, a slightly crispy exterior, and juicy interior, perfect for serving with warm tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless, sliced into thin strips
  • 3 varieties bell peppers mixed colors, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium yellow onion sliced into rings
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral high-heat oil
  • 1 lime lime juiced fresh at the end
  • optional sliced avocado or sour cream for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet (cast iron preferred)
  • Tongs
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, ready to sear. Gather your sliced chicken, peppers, onion, and seasonings nearby.
  2. Toss the sliced chicken with a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle generously with fajita seasoning, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly. Arrange the seasoned chicken in the hot skillet and let it sear for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it develops a golden-brown crust and is cooked through.
  3. Once the chicken is browned and cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Add the sliced peppers and onions to the same skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables soften, blister, and develop slightly charred edges.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the peppers and onions. Squeeze the juice of a fresh lime over the mixture, then toss everything together to combine and heat through for another 2 minutes. The mixture should be fragrant, smoky, and vibrant with color.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the fajita mixture onto warm tortillas or serve directly from the skillet. Garnish with sliced avocado or a dollop of sour cream if desired. Serve immediately while hot and smoky.

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, char the peppers slightly longer or add a pinch of smoked paprika to the seasoning. Using a cast iron skillet helps achieve the best sear and char.