Chicken fajitas in skillet

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Skillet Chicken Fajitas

Sizzling chicken and peppers with bold Tex-Mex flavors.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Servings 4
Calories 345

Nutrition per Serving

6g Net Carbs
34g Protein
18g Fat
345 Calories

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning (sugar-free)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • Lettuce leaves for wrapping
  • Sour cream and guacamole for serving

Instructions

  1. 1 Toss chicken with fajita seasoning.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  3. 3 Cook chicken 5-6 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. 4 Add peppers and onion. Cook 5-7 minutes until charred.
  5. 5 Return chicken to pan. Add lime juice and toss.
  6. 6 Serve in lettuce wraps with sour cream and guacamole.

💡 Pro Tips

  • High heat is essential for the charred flavor
  • Slice chicken against the grain for tenderness
  • Serve with cheese crisps instead of tortillas
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