Serve delicious grilled chicken fajitas in no time! Perfect for busy nights, this simple recipe is both healthy and satisfying. Try it tonight!
Looking for a quick and delicious dinner solution that'll leave everyone at the table satisfied?
These Easy Grilled Chicken Fajitas are perfect for those hectic weeknights when you're short on time but still want a meal that's full of flavor and zest.
Whether you're gearing up for a family movie night or just need a fast and tasty dinner, this fajita recipe will not disappoint.
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Ingredients:
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- 1 lb Frozen Grilled Chicken
- 1 Red or Green Bell Pepper
- 1 Onion
- 1 cup Mushrooms
- Fajita Seasoning Packet
- Olive Oil
- Flour Tortilla Shells
- Shredded Cheese
- Sour Cream
This recipe has simple ingredients and uses frozen grilled chicken breasts that are already cooked and just need to be heated through - this makes for a very quick dinner!
Instructions:
Slice the vegetables into small bite-sized pieces.
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat, and add the vegetables to the pan.
Saute the vegetables, stirring occasionally, for about 5-8 minutes.
Next, add the frozen boneless chicken to the pan.
Mix the fajita seasoning and water. Follow the directions on the seasoning packet, mine calls for ¾ cup water.
Then pour it over the chicken and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Serve the fajita mixture on a warm tortilla with cheese, sour cream, and any other desired toppings.
This delicious chicken fajita recipe can be on the table in 15 minutes!
Substitutions:
This recipe can easily be adjusted to fit any cravings or diet needs.
- Steak Fajitas - Substitute steak for chicken
- Vegetarian - Skip the meat and double the veggies - YUM!
- Gluten-Free - Grab GF shells and seasoning mix and you are ready to go
Storage:
Storing leftover chicken fajitas properly ensures they stay fresh and tasty for your next meal.
Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Chicken fajitas will last for 3 to 4 days when refrigerated properly.
Food Safety:
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with a high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Printable Recipe - Chicken Fajitas
Equipment
- 1 Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb Frozen Grilled Chicken
- 1 Red or Green Bell Pepper
- 1 Onion
- 1 cup Mushrooms
- Fajita Seasoning Packet
- Cooking Oil
- Flour Tortilla Shells
- Shredded Cheese
- Sour Cream
Instructions
- Slice the vegetables into small bite-sized pieces.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat, and add the vegetables to the pan.
- Saute the vegetables, stirring occasionally, for about 5-8 minutes.
- Next, add the frozen chicken to the pan.
- Mix the fajita seasoning and water. Follow the directions on the seasoning packet, mine calls for ¾ cup water.
- Then pour it over the chicken and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Serve the fajita mixture on a warm tortilla with cheese, sour cream, and any other desired toppings.
Notes
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with a high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Nutrition
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Sheryl Thompson
Quick, easy, and yummy! This works for me! I love the Tyson Grilled & Ready Chicken. I use it a lot in the summer when I don't want to be in the kitchen to long. I'll be trying this some, Summer.
Sarah B
I love a quick and easy recipe, and this looks delicious!!! I'm definitely going to try the Tyson chicken breast strips the next time I make fajitas!! #client
Taylor @ Pink Heels Pink Truck
These Chicken Fajitas look so good!! And the Tyson chicken make this so much easier to make!!
Jamie (Mama.Mommy.Mom.)
I had this whole plan for dinner tonight, but I think it just changed! Now I want fajitas!
kristinethefoleyfamblog
We could eat this every.single.night. Yum!
Amber
This looks like a super easy, satisfying meal!!
Claire @ A Little Claireification
We love fajitas and we also use these to make quick grilled chicken salads too!
Deb
So simple! Must try!
Emmy
That looks so good! I love those Tyson strips, use them all the time, so yummy and so easy!
Laura
looks yummy! <3 Bring me some? 😛
Chelsee
Omgsh Taco Tuesday is tomorrow and I must make this!!
Carly
Yum, this looks delicious!
Katie Adams
I made this for dinner tonight. It was delish and super easy! Thanks for the recipe.