Skillet Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas are a guaranteed hit—juicy chicken, charred peppers, and sweet onions all wrapped in a warm tortilla. This quick, one-skillet meal delivers bold, smoky flavor and comes together in no time. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, they’re endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings—from guac to hot sauce.
Equipment
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Large skillet
- Measuring Spoons
- Mixing spoon or spatula
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts about 1 pound, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion peeled and sliced
- 8 tortillas warmed, for serving
Topping Ideas
- Shredded lettuce
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Hot sauce
- Black olives
- Green onions
- Guacamole or pico de gallo
Instructions
- Carefully slice the chicken breasts into very thin strips. Ask for help or supervision if needed.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the chicken for 3–4 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked through—about 7–10 minutes total.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set it aside in a bowl.
- In the same skillet, add 1 additional teaspoon of olive oil, then sauté the bell peppers and onion for 3–5 minutes, until just crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, stir everything together, and cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.