Authentic Chicken Fajitas with Homemade Seasoning
Poultry Dishes
These authentic chicken fajitas with homemade seasoning are a crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex classic. Tender strips of chicken are marinated in a flavorful spice blend and grilled to perfection with onions and peppers. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a delicious and satisfying meal. satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Homemade Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Fajitas:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 8-10 flour tortillas
- Toppings (optional): shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to make the homemade seasoning.
In a large resealable bag, add the sliced chicken and 1 tablespoon of the homemade seasoning. Seal the bag and toss to coat the chicken evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the grill or a grill pan over high heat.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and peppers and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
Remove the chicken from the bag and discard the excess marinade. Add the chicken to the skillet with the onions and peppers and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through.
Warm the tortillas according to package instructions.
Serve the chicken fajitas hot with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
These authentic chicken fajitas with homemade seasoning are a crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex classic. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a delicious and satisfying meal.
