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Crispy Chicken Fajitas with Sautéed Peppers

Close-up of a soft tortilla filled with seasoned, crispy chicken fajitas and sautéed red and green peppers.
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Follow these steps to make chicken fajitas featuring crispy seared chicken strips and perfectly sautéed bell peppers.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers (one red, one green), sliced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the sliced chicken strips with half of this seasoning mix.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, aiming for crispy edges. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the sliced onions and peppers. Sauté over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Sprinkle the remaining half of the seasoning mix over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together.
  5. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and cook for 1 minute more until heated through.
  6. Warm the tortillas according to package directions. Serve the crispy chicken and pepper mixture immediately in the warm tortillas with your desired toppings.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, ensure your skillet is very hot before adding the chicken, and do not move the chicken until a sear forms.
  • If you prefer softer peppers, cover the skillet for the last two minutes of sautéing.
  • You can prepare the seasoning blend ahead of time for faster assembly.

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