20-Minute Skillet Chicken Fajitas on a plate

Quick Dinner & One-Pan · Easy

20-Minute Skillet Chicken Fajitas

These quick skillet chicken fajitas come together in about 20 minutes with juicy, seasoned chicken and colorful peppers, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

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10Prep min
12Cook min
22Total min
  • 1.5 lbschicken breast, sliced into strips
  • 2bell peppers, sliced
  • 1yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonsfajita seasoning
  • 8flour tortillas
  • lime wedges for serving
  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  2. 2Add the chicken and fajita seasoning, cooking for 5-6 minutes until browned and mostly cooked through.
  3. 3Add the peppers and onion, cooking for another 5-6 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. 4Warm the tortillas and serve the chicken and vegetable mixture with lime wedges and your favorite toppings.

Make it yours

  • Use steak or shrimp instead of chicken.
  • Add sliced jalapeños for heat.
  • Serve over rice instead of in tortillas for a fajita bowl.

Good with

  • Guacamole and sour cream
  • Mexican rice
  • Black beans

Good questions, answered.

How do I keep the chicken from getting rubbery?

Cook over high heat in a single layer without overcrowding, so it sears rather than steams.

Can I make my own fajita seasoning?

Yes, mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.

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