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Grilled Chicken Fajitas Skillet Recipe

fajita peppers and onion with chicken in a skillet
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Peppers and onions and chicken, oh my! Combine fresh fajita ingredients in this skillet classic for an easy, delicious meal that will really spice up your life.

 

 Makes: 1 skillet

 

  • PREP TIME
    30 min - 2 hrs
  • COOK TIME
    26 min
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 26 min

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 bell peppers, sliced vertically
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 2 tsp. cumin
  • ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 6 soft tortillas

Instructions

  1. Mix olive oil, lime juice, cumin and red pepper flakes together in a large bowl. Add chicken breast, making sure to completely coat with marinade, and let sit in refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Grill chicken breasts on high for 8 minutes per side, or until fully-cooked. Slice into strips and set aside.
  3. Add peppers and onions to a large skillet and grill for 5-10 minutes or until soft. Stir in chicken to combine all ingredients.
  4. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings.