Don Pablo’S Chicken Fajita Recipe
Don Pablo's Chicken Fajitas are a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends and family. This recipe combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions, all seasoned with a blend of spices and served sizzling hot. The fajitas are traditionally served with warm tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for a complete and satisfying meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutesIngredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for serving
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to create a spice rub.
- Add the sliced chicken to the bowl and toss until all the chicken pieces are coated with the spice rub. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the marinated chicken to the other side.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it