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A sizzling platter of mixed chicken and beef fajitas with colorful peppers and onions.

Proven way to grow delicious Fajitas (Chicken or Beef)

This recipe provides a proven method for making delicious chicken or beef fajitas that are bursting with flavor. The meat is marinated and then cooked with peppers and onions to create a satisfying and easy-to-make meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast or beef sirloin sliced into strips
  • 2 bell peppers sliced, any color
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
For Serving
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
Marinade (Optional)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder

Equipment

  • large skillet or cast-iron pan
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowls
  • tongs or spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If marinating, combine lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder in a bowl and add the sliced chicken or beef, then let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Slice bell peppers and onion into thin strips, and have your tortillas, salsa, sour cream, and lime wedges ready for serving.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the marinated meat to the hot skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove the meat from the skillet and set aside, keeping it warm.
  4. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the same skillet, adding a little more oil if needed, and sauté until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked meat to the skillet with the peppers and onions, sprinkle with fajita seasoning, and toss to combine.
  6. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, tossing occasionally.
Serving
  1. Serve the fajita mixture immediately with warm tortillas, salsa, sour cream, and lime wedges for squeezing.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the meat marinate for at least 30 minutes, or even overnight in the refrigerator. Adjust fajita seasoning to your taste, adding more for a spicier kick.