Chicken Fajitas Lime Crema (Printable)

Tender chicken, peppers, and tangy lime crema come together for a vibrant, satisfying Tex-Mex dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Fajitas

01 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Lime Crema

15 - 1/2 cup sour cream
16 - Zest of 1 lime
17 - Juice of 1 lime
18 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
19 - Pinch of salt

→ For Serving

20 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
21 - Fresh cilantro leaves, optional
22 - Lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, combine chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until fully mixed.
02 - Place sliced chicken breasts in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle the prepared seasoning blend over the top. Toss until chicken is evenly coated.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken strips and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, add the red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the red onion. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until vegetables are softened and edges are slightly charred.
05 - Add minced garlic to the skillet with the vegetables and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture, and toss to combine. Heat for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, just until well heated through.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
07 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, or wrap them in foil and warm in a 350°F oven until pliable.
08 - Spoon chicken and vegetable mixture into warm tortillas. Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses just one skillet for easy cleanup
  • Ready in about forty minutes start to finish
  • Customizable for spice lovers and picky eaters alike
  • Naturally gluten free if you use corn tortillas
  • The lime crema elevates everything with a punch of flavor
02 -
  • High protein filling meal that keeps you energized
  • Balanced amount of vegetables for every serving
  • Lime crema takes these fajitas from good to wow
  • It freezes beautifully if you want to prep ahead
03 -
  • Slice your peppers and onions thin so they cook fast and evenly
  • Let your chicken marinate in the spice mixture for fifteen to twenty minutes if you have time It makes a noticeable difference
  • Grate your lime zest before you juice the lime so you do not struggle with a slippery fruit
  • Do not crowd the skillet with chicken or vegetables Brown in batches if necessary for the best caramelization
  • Taste as you go and adjust lime or salt at the end Freshness is key
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