Cast Iron Skillet Fajitas
Learn How to Make Cast Iron Skillet Fajitas that are full of smoky flavor and restaurant quality. Tender chicken and vegetables are cooked to make the best fajitas in less than 20 minutes!
Servings: 4
Calories: 555kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 ½ pound skinless boneless chicken breasts large cut into strips
- 1 Tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Peppers and Onions:
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 bell peppers any colors, thinly sliced
- ½ yellow onion peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
- ½ teaspoon Cumin
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
For Serving:
- 1 Lime juiced
- 12 small flour tortillas
- Chopped Cilantro for serving
Instructions
- Add all the chicken ingredients to a large bowl and toss to thoroughly coat the chicken with the oil and the seasonings. Let the chicken marinade for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- Preheat a cast iron skillet on a grill over medium high heat.
- Once the skillet is heated through, add in 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.
- Add in the peppers and onions and season them with the chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
- Sauté the peppers and onions for 4-5 minutes until tender. Remove from the pan to a separate plate.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the pan and spread it out into a single layer. Allow the chicken to cook without moving it for 3-4 minutes until it’s seared.
- Then toss the chicken and continue to cook until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165 degrees F).
- Stir the peppers and onions back into the pan. Top with the lime juice and stir to coat in the juice for approximately 1 more minute.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill for 1 minute per side by placing them directly on the grill and watch them closely so they do not burn.
- Serve over the tortillas topped with chopped cilantro and enjoy!
Notes
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Serve with your favorite fajita toppings: shredded cheese, salsa, pico de gallo and sour cream!
Nutrition
Calories: 555kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1282mg | Potassium: 861mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 566IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 5mg
