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Quick One-Pan Chicken Fajitas

My ultimate Friday night 'cheat code.' These are vibrant, smoky, and packed with that charred sweetness that usually requires a restaurant reservation. Ready in 30 minutes in a single skillet, it's the perfect zesty win for a busy weeknight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

THE CHICKEN & SPICES
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Sliced against the grain into thin strips.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Divided use.
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
THE VEGETABLES
  • 3 bell peppers Use a mix of colors (red, green, yellow), sliced into strips.
  • 1 large yellow onion Sliced into strips.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced fresh.
  • 1 lime Juiced fresh at the very end.

Equipment

  • Large Cast Iron Skillet or Heavy Pan
  • Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Toss the chicken strips in a bowl with the spices and 1 tbsp of oil. Let them marinate for a few minutes while you prep the veggies.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken in a single layer until golden and charred on the edges (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining oil to the pan. Toss in the peppers and onions. Let them cook undisturbed for a minute to get a good char, then stir until tender-crisp (about 8 minutes).
  4. Add the minced fresh garlic and cook for 1 minute. Return the chicken to the pan.
  5. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over everything. The sizzle and steam will deglaze the pan and coat everything in flavor. Serve immediately with warm tortillas!

Notes

Sofia's Real Tips: 1. Always slice against the grain for tender chicken. 2. Use a high-smoke point oil like avocado or light olive oil—extra virgin can get bitter at high heat. 3. Char your tortillas over a gas flame for 5 seconds for that authentic smoky taste. 4. Zero-waste hack: Chop and use the cilantro stems; they have more flavor than the leaves!