Description
Chicken Fajita Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal featuring tender seasoned chicken thighs sautéed with crisp bell peppers and onions, served warm in soft flour tortillas. This easy stovetop recipe brings vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors to your dinner table in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning (or 1 fajita seasoning packet)
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into 1/4 inch thick strips
- 1 medium-sized white onion, sliced into 1/4 inch thick strips
Cooking Oils and Others
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- Flour tortillas, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl. Add the fajita seasoning and toss thoroughly to coat all the chicken pieces evenly. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
- Slice the Vegetables: Slice the green bell pepper and white onion into strips about 1/4 inch thick, aiming for roughly uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
- Cook the Vegetables: Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan. Once heated, add the sliced bell pepper and onion. Sauté the vegetables over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender yet still crisp.
- Combine and Serve: Turn off the heat and return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Stir well to combine and serve the mixture piping hot on warmed flour tortillas.
Notes
- Chicken Fajita Tacos are a delicious and easy meal go-to when food needs to hit the table quickly.
- A homemade fajita seasoning adds a fresh, bold flavor, but a packaged fajita mix is a convenient alternative.
- You can use chicken breasts if preferred, though thighs provide more juiciness.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or wrap in foil in a low oven for the best texture.
- Add toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or shredded cheese for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 454 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 234 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 167 mg
