Fajitas de Pollo

These sizzling fajitas de pollo are made with marinated chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, and onions. This easy-to-follow recipe results in tender, seasoned chicken ready to be served in warm tortillas!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breast (cut into strips, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (cut into strips)
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper (cut into strips)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (cut into strips)
• 1 medium onion (sliced)
• 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (or paprika)
• 1 lime (juiced)
• olive oil (as needed)
• salt & pepper (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl and add all the spices, salt, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of oil.
2. 2Mix well to coat the chicken strips on all sides. Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
3. 3In a large cast iron skillet or cooking pan add 3 tablespoons of oil and heat over medium-high heat.
4. 4Add the bell peppers and saute for 5-6 minutes or until slightly charred and tender. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate.
5. 5Add the onion to the pan and sauté for about 2-3 minutes or until slightly tender.
6. 6Remove onions from the pan and place them on the plate with peppers.
7. 7Lightly wipe the pan with a paper towel and add 2 more tablespoons of oil.
8. 8Add chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes or until the chicken is nicely cooked through and browned. This will depend on the thickness of your fajitas.
9. 9Return the vegetables to the pan with the cooked chicken and cook everything together for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. 10Adjust seasonings to taste and serve fajitas de pollo immediately with your favorite sides.