Spicy Citrus Fajita Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A flavorful chicken dish with a zesty citrus kick, served with a creamy sauce and fresh toppings for a fun taco bar experience. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breast, lime juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 lbs chicken breast
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 onion
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup diced avocado
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup salsa

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1.5 lbs chicken breast into thin strips and place in a bowl with 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; mix well and marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil; cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add sliced 1 red bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, and 1 onion; cook for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet with vegetables and stir to combine; cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
5. Step 5: Mix 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro in a small bowl to make the sauce.
6. Step 6: Serve fajita chicken over warm tortillas with the sauce, 1 cup shredded lettuce, 1/2 cup diced avocado, 1/2 cup corn kernels, and 1/2 cup salsa on the side.