As with a lot of my recipes, I started making Chicken Fajitas with a prepackaged seasoning, but after some experimentation came up with my own. Chicken Fajitas can be made in so many ways, with a variety of toppings, so they can suit almost anyone’s tastes.
We didn’t have fajitas much when I was growing up because spicy foods don’t agree well with my dad or with me. I really started having them homemade when I met my husband and his mom would make them for us when we were visiting. The packaged seasonings are good, but it would sometimes be too spicy for me.
By making my own seasoning, I can vary the ingredients and make it so it isn’t too spicy for me, but still have enough flavor for everyone else as well. You can adjust the recipe for the seasoning as well to suit the tastes of you and your family.
Step by Step
In a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients for the seasoning and set this aside. You can also use this as a marinade for your chicken and vegetables if you plan ahead. To do this, chop your chicken and vegetables and place them in a ziptop bag with a splash of oil and refrigerate for a few hours.
Slice all of your vegetables. I like to use some bell pepper and onion. Of course, as I mentioned, you can use almost anything you would like in a fajita. I know some people like mushrooms and have heard of everything from cloves of garlic to sweet potato to avocado. Again, make them how you and your family will enjoy.
Cut your chicken into bite-sized chunks. In a medium pan, saute the chicken over medium-high heat in some oil for about 10 minutes or until cooked through.
Add the veggies and saute for a few more minutes until they are crisp-tender.
Pour in 3/4 cup of water and cover with the seasoning mixture.
Stir everything up so the seasoning gets evenly distributed. Cover and cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve the chicken fajitas in a tortilla shell and top with any other desired toppings. I like cheese and sour cream, and sometimes we put fresh avocado on top as well.
Recipe
Chicken Fajitas from Scratch
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp white sugar
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 1/4 cup orange bell pepper
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 onion
- 3/4 cup water
- 4 flour tortilla shells
- 1 cup cheese
- desired toppings such as sour cream and avocado
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the seasoning and set aside
- Slice the vegetables and cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks
- If you have time, for added flavor, combine the seasoning, vegetables, chicken, and a splash of oil in a ziptop bag and refrigerate for a few hours
- In a medium pan, over medium-high heat, saute the chicken in a bit of oil until cooked through
- Add the vegetables and water and cover with seasoning (if they weren’t marinaded)
- Cover and saute for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Lay out the flour tortillas and add some of the fajita fillings to each
- Cover with cheese and any other desired toppings
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This looks good. We haven’t had fajitas in awhile and now need to add some items to my grocery list.
We don’t eat them often, even though they are one of my favorites! I hope you enjoy!
I haven’t made chicken fajitas in ages. I never know what spices to add, so I usually do the pre-spiced kits for meals like this. Love your list of seasoning for that reason!
I always did the packets as well, until I decided I wanted a slightly different flavor and couldn’t dine any ready-made that I liked.
That looks delicious!! Plus I love that you mixed your own seasoning. I’m lazy, I just buy pre-combined seasonings. But the Tikka Masala seasoning I got from Whole Paycheck really made some amazing chicken tikka.
Those packets are usually pretty good! We just have fun experimenting and making the flavor exactly what we want.
Ok… this needs to be in my belly like now! This looks super easy to make and totally delicious!!!!
Yes to both!! Super easy and so yummy!
I love chicken fajitas, now, having your recipe, I will do my own. I am always thankful for all the great recipes that you share. I have to start giving you credit after doing your recipes.
I’m so glad you enjoy the recipes! We love to cook and share with others.
Fajitas are my son favorite meal! I use meat instead of chicken and if I do them for dinner, just use lot of cheese and jam! Is yummy. I’ll try your recipe to bring something new to the table 😉 Im sure my son will love it!
I usually make them with chicken, but my husband wants to try steak fajitas next time!
Love Fajitas!! I usually do pork but I think I will try your recipe! I bet my kiddos would think it is delish!!
I’ve never tried a pork fajita, that sounds interesting! We will have to try it next time.
This could not have come at a better time! I have been craving mexican food SO BAD lately!
I’ve always loved Tex-Mex, not living in Texas, it’s a staple here!
This is making me hungry! Looks so yummy and delicious.
April
Writing a food blog, I am always hungry!
Since moving from Texas to Canada, I’ve learned to make a lot of Tex Mex myself. This looks like a great recipe to add to my repertoire!!!
We just moved to Texas a few years ago, and I didn’t know good/real Tex-Mex until living here!
These loom beyond delicious and pretty easy to make! I will have to try this as I love to try new recipes. Thank you for sharing this.
They are so good, I hope you get a chance to make them and enjoy!
I love Chicken Fajitas! One of my favorite things to order when I am at a restaurant. I love how you make your own seasoning. For a party recently I made the Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas. They were yummy!
I love ordering them when we are out as well!
Yum, these look so good! My kids love chicken fajitas, I will have to try tis recipe!!
My boys love the meat, but haven’t figured out how to eat the entire wrap just yet! Their little hands can’t quite hold them.