Alright, let me tell you about my latest kitchen adventure – making quick chicken fajitas! I was craving something flavorful but didn’t want to spend hours cooking. So, I decided to try out a super easy recipe I found. Here’s how it went down.
First things first, I grabbed my ingredients. I had some boneless, skinless chicken breasts, bell peppers (red, yellow, and green for extra color!), an onion, and a packet of fajita seasoning. Oh, and of course, tortillas!
I started by slicing the chicken into thin strips. This is key for quick cooking. Then, I chopped up the bell peppers and onion into similar-sized strips. The more uniform the pieces, the more evenly they cook, right?
Next, I heated up a large skillet over medium-high heat. I added a tablespoon or so of olive oil. Once the oil was hot, I tossed in the chicken strips. I made sure not to overcrowd the pan, so the chicken would sear instead of steam. I cooked the chicken until it was browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Then, I removed the chicken from the skillet and set it aside. In the same skillet, I added the bell peppers and onion. I stir-fried them until they were tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes. I like them to still have a little bit of bite.
Now, the flavor bomb! I poured the fajita seasoning over the veggies and stirred it all together. I let it cook for another minute or two, so the spices could really bloom and coat everything nicely.
After that, I added the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the peppers and onions. I mixed everything together and heated it through. And that was it! The filling was ready.
For serving, I warmed up the tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side – just enough to make them pliable. Then, I spooned the chicken and veggie mixture into the tortillas.
I also set out some toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. I’m a guac fanatic, so I always make sure to have some on hand.
Honestly, it was so easy and quick! From start to finish, it probably took me less than 30 minutes. And the fajitas were delicious! The chicken was tender, the veggies were flavorful, and the seasoning was just right.
Verdict: This recipe is a keeper! It’s perfect for a weeknight meal when you don’t have a lot of time but still want something tasty and satisfying.
Tips and Tricks
- Prep ahead: You can slice the chicken and veggies ahead of time to save even more time when you’re ready to cook.
- Spice it up: If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the fajita seasoning.
- Customize your toppings: The possibilities are endless! Try adding black beans, corn, or pico de gallo.
That’s it! Give this easy chicken fajitas recipe a try and let me know what you think!