Chicken And Steak Fajitas
Chicken and steak fajitas are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. This recipe combines tender chicken and juicy steak with a variety of colorful peppers and onions, all seasoned with a zesty blend of spices. Serve the fajitas with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 lb flank steak, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and half of the spice mixture. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the same skillet. Add the steak and the remaining spice mixture. Cook until the steak is browned, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook until they are tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken and steak to the skillet with the peppers and onions, and toss to combine.
- Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave.
- Divide the chicken and steak mixture among the warm tortillas.
- Serve the fajitas with your choice of toppings.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Small bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs Skillet
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the fajitas with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken and steak in the spice mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
Cost
$20