mexican chicken

Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas - quick, easy, delicious and healthy meal that makes a great weekly rotation menu. Tender and juicy chicken thighs served with strips of colorful crisp-charred bell peppers, onions and avocado slices. A no-fuss complete meal!

Prep 10 min

Cook 25 min

Total 35 min

Serves 5 servings

Source African Bites

Ingredients

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2 pounds (907 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
2 teaspoons (6 g) taco seasoning
2 tablespoons (28 ml) cooking oil
1 red onion (, thinly sliced)
3 bell peppers (green, red and orange)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 fresh avocados (, peeled, seeded and sliced)
1 lime (, cut in wedges, for garnish)

Instructions

1

Place chicken thighs in a large bowl and season with salt and taco seasoning, making sure all sides of the chicken are covered with seasoning. Let rest for about 30 minutes or more , if possible.
2

Heat a large 12 inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, when the pan is hot, add in a tablespoon of oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Using a tong, add in the chicken and sear both sides until golden , lightly charred and cooked through - about 8 to 10 minutes on each side depending on the thickness of your fillet. Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest.
3

Add the onions and peppers to the skillet, drizzle with the remaining oil, and cook until the onion is soft and the peppers are slightly softened and charred, for about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4

Slice chicken into strips.
5

Serve with sliced avocado, lime, tortillas, chopped cilantro, and any other condiments.

Nutrition per serving, approximate

429 kcalCalories