Chicken Fajita Recipe (with Marinade)

Learn how to make the BEST Chicken Fajita Recipe! Juicy marinated chicken sauteed with sliced peppers and onions. This Mexican-inspired dish is going to become a family favorite dinner.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast, boneless & skinless
• 3 tsp oil, divided
• 2 bell peppers (sliced)
• 1/2 red onion (sliced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• fresh lime juice
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp cajun seasoning

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Combine the oil and cajun seasoning in a small bowl.
2. 2Coat the chicken breast in the marinade and add to a bowl and allow to marinate for about 30 minutes.
3. 3In a large skillet or cast iron, heat 2 tsps oil on high heat. Once hot, pan sear the marinated chicken on each side for 2 minutes on high heat. Reduce the heat to medium/low heat and cook for another 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
4. 4Remove the chicken from the skillet.
5. 5In the same skillet, add the sliced peppers and onions with 1 tsp of oil, saute over medium heat until the veggies are tender and cooked.
6. 6Add in the garlic and saute until fragrant.
7. 7Slice the chicken breast into thin strands and add back into the skillet with the veggies.
8. 8Top with freshly squeezed lime juice and serve with tortillas and desired toppings.
9. 9Enjoy!