Easy to make chicken fajitas with grilling or stove top instructions for the perfect weeknight meal. Simple ingredients and instructions make these fajitas an easy go to dish.
3Bell Peppersany color, or a variety: red, yellow, green, or orange
2TablespoonsOlive OilFor cooking
Marinade
1tablespoonsolive oil
1teaspoonchili powder
1teaspoonchipotle powder
½teaspoonsmoked paprika
½teaspoononion powder
1/2teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoonblack pepper
½teaspooncumin
saltto taste
Instructions
Prep Ingredients: Trim Chicken, cut the onion into thin slices and slice the peppers into thin strips. Set aside.
Mix up Spice Marinade: In a separate bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, juice of ½ lime, chili powder, chipotle powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, cumin, and salt.
Stove Top Chicken and Veggies
Coat Chicken in Spices: Cut the chicken thighs into strips and toss with the spice mixture, making sure to coat everything part of the chicken.
Cook Chicken in Skillet: In a large skillet, preheat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the chicken and cook until just cooked, about 3-5 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
Set the chicken aside
Cook Onions and Peppers: Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the onions and cook for 2-3 minutes. After 2-3 minutes, add in the sliced peppers to the pan and cook with the onion for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Combine: Add the chicken back to the pan and stir to combine.
Remove from heat, then take the remaining half of the lime, and squeeze over the top and serve on tortillas.
Grill Chicken and Veggies
Marinate for Flavor: Marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator for maximum flavor. Do NOT cut the chicken up, or use a skewer or grill basket, otherwise it will be difficult to cook on the grill.
Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F or 190-200°C) to ensure even cooking and to prevent sticking.
Grill the Chicken: Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
Grill the Vegetables: Grill the sliced onions and peppers in a grill basket or on skewers until they are slightly charred and tender. It amplifies the flavor.
Rest Before Slicing: Let the grilled chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain. This helps to retain the juices and keep the chicken tender.
Serve Hot: Serve the grilled chicken and vegetables immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Clean the Grill: After grilling, clean the grill grates with a grill brush to remove any residue and prevent sticking for your next grilling session.
Notes
You can also cook these chicken fajitas on a blackstone or flat top griddle. This will give them a nice char. Just be sure to cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, and the veggies to crisp tender with a slight char.