Restaurant Style Chicken Fajitas

Bring the sizzle of authentic Mexican flavors home with these Restaurant Style Chicken Fajitas! Tender marinated chicken, smoky charred peppers, and caramelized onions come together in this foolproof 30-minute recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these fajitas beat takeout every time. Customize with your favorite toppings for a meal everyone will love. Let’s fire up the skillet and dive in!

Why This is the Best Chicken Fajitas Recipe

If you love Mexican chicken fajitas but want to skip the takeout, this authentic fajitas recipe is your answer. Packed with smoky spices, tender chicken, and caramelized peppers, this dish rivals any restaurant. Plus, it’s quick, customizable, and perfect for weeknight dinners!

What Makes These Fajitas So Good?

• Bold, smoky flavors from paprika, cumin, and garlic
• Juicy, marinated chicken for maximum tenderness
• Charred peppers & onions for that classic sizzle
• Easy one-pan cooking ready in just 30 minutes

Ingredients for Authentic Mexican Fajitas

To make the best chicken fajitas, you’ll need:

• 1.25 lb chicken breast (thinly sliced)
• Bell peppers & onion (sliced)
• Spices: Paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne
• Olive oil & lime juice (for marinade)
• Salsa (for extra flavor)

Optional toppings: Tortillas, avocado, sour cream, shredded lettuce

How to Make Chicken Fajitas at Home (Step-by-Step)

1. Marinate the Chicken for Maximum Flavor

For the most flavorful chicken fajitas, marinate the chicken in:

• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp paprika & cumin
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp lime juice & olive oil

👉 Pro Tip: Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) for deeper flavor!

2. Cook the Peppers & Onions to Perfection

• Heat a cast-iron skillet on medium-high.
• Sauté peppers & onions with a pinch of salt until charred (about 10 mins).
• Remove and set aside.

3. Sear the Chicken for a Crispy Finish

• Cook chicken in the same skillet (5 mins per side).
• Slice into strips, then mix back with peppers and salsa.

4. Serve Like a Pro!

🔥 Build-your-own fajita bar with:

• Warm tortillas
• Fresh guacamole
• Sour cream & shredded cheese

Why This Recipe Beats Other Fajita Recipes

• Restaurant-quality taste without the price tag
• Versatile serve in bowls, salads, or tacos
• Meal-prep friendly great for leftovers!

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Restaurant Style Chicken Fajitas

Author: mudassirahmad5077@gmail.com

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Rest Time 30 mins Total Time 1 hr

Cooking Temp: 375  F Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 15 Calories: 209

Best Season: Dinner, meal prepping

Description

These Restaurant Style Chicken Fajitas deliver sizzling, smoky flavors with tender marinated chicken, charred peppers, and onions just like your favorite Mexican restaurant! Perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

Chicken Marinade

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• 1.25 lb Chicken breast (Thinly sliced)
• ½ tsp Kosher salt
• ½ tsp Paprika (Smoked variety recommended for)
• ½ tsp Cumin
• ½ tsp Garlic powder
• ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper (Adjust to taste for heat)
• 1 tsp Lime juice (Fresh preferred)
• 1 tsp Olive oil

Fajitas

• 2 Bell peppers (Any color, thinly sliced)
• 1 Onion (Thinly sliced)
• – – Olive oil spray (Or 1 tbsp oil)
• ⅓ cup Salsa (Jarred or homemade)

Optional Toppings

• – – Tortillas (Warm before serving)
• – – Avocado (Sliced or mashed into guacamole)
• – – Sour cream
• – – Shredded cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
• – – Cilantro (Fresh, chopped)

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

   1. In a bowl, mix salt, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, lime juice, and olive oil.

   2. Coat chicken evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30+ minutes (up to overnight).

1. Cook the Vegetables

   1. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Spray with oil.

   2. Add peppers and onions with a pinch of salt. Cook covered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until charred. Remove and set aside.

   

1. Sear the Chicken

   1. Re-spray the skillet. Add chicken in a single layer.

   2. Cook 5 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).

1. Combine & Serve

   1. Slice chicken into strips, return to skillet with veggies and salsa.

   2. Toss for 2 minutes until heated through. Serve with warm tortillas and toppings!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 209kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Sodium 612mg26%

Total Carbohydrate 8g3%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%

Sugars 5g

Protein 31g62%

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Vitamin A 2085 IU

Vitamin C 81 mg

Iron 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

• For extra flavor: Add 1 tsp chili powder to the marinade.
• Meal prep: Stores well in the fridge for 3 days or freezer for 1 month.
• Vegetarian swap: Use portobello mushrooms or tofu instead of chicken.
• Serving ideas: Try over rice, salads, or in burrito bowls!

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