Chicken Fajitas with Lime Crema (Print Version)

Tender chicken, peppers, and onions come together with lime crema for a vibrant Tex-Mex skillet dinner.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken Fajita Mixture

01 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Lime Crema

15 - 1/2 cup sour cream
16 - Zest and juice of 1 lime
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
18 - Pinch of salt

→ For Serving

19 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
20 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
21 - Lime wedges

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, stir together chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Add sliced chicken breasts to a large bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle evenly with the seasoning mixture. Toss until the chicken is thoroughly coated.
03 - Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, tossing occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, add red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with red onion. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables are tender and lightly charred. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
05 - Return cooked chicken to the skillet with the sautéed peppers and onion. Squeeze in the juice of 1 lime and toss to blend. Heat for 1 to 2 minutes until evenly warmed.
06 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
07 - Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side or wrap in foil and warm in the oven.
08 - Fill each warmed tortilla with the chicken and pepper mixture. Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with cilantro leaves and lime wedges as desired.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • Uses simple ingredients found at any grocery store
  • Full of bright flavors and vibrant colors
  • Ready in about forty minutes
  • Customizable for gluten-free or lighter options
  • Always gets rave reviews at the table
02 -
  • Packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables
  • Gluten free adaptable by using corn tortillas
  • Perfect for weekly meal prep
03 -
  • Let the chicken and spice mix sit together for at least five minutes before cooking this helps the flavors penetrate
  • Do not rush the vegetable sauté letting the peppers and onions char unlocks their sweetness and brings the classic fajita taste Always zest the lime before juicing so you get the maximum brightness in your crema and never waste the fragrant outer skin
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