Spanglish Chicken Fajitas
Tender chicken strips sizzling with bell peppers and onions in a zesty lime-cilantro marinade, served with warm tortillas for a vibrant, flavorful meal. This mexican-inspired quick meals ready in about 30 minutes pairs pounds Chicken breast, large Bell peppers, large Yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Chicken breast
- 2 large Bell peppers
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 Lime
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 Flour tortillas
- 1 Avocado
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 juiced limes, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to make a marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 pounds sliced chicken breast strips to the marinade and toss to coat; let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 4: Add 2 large sliced bell peppers and 1 large sliced yellow onion to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly caramelized.
- Step 5: Warm 8 flour tortillas according to package instructions. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture with tortillas, 1 sliced avocado, and additional lime wedges on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spanglish Chicken Fajitas take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spanglish Chicken Fajitas?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spanglish Chicken Fajitas?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spanglish Chicken Fajitas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spanglish Chicken Fajitas?
Mexican quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
