How to make Fajitas

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons Salt (regular iodized table salt)
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili Powder (adjust to heat preference)
• 0.5 teaspoons Black Pepper (freshly ground if possible)
• 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin (adds Cuban flavor)
• 2 teaspoons Paprika (sweet paprika)
• 3 pieces Bell Peppers (one yellow, one green, one red; cut into strips)
• 1 large Yellow Onion (peeled and sliced into strips)
• 8 pieces Chicken Tenders (cut into 3‑inch strips; can substitute breast or thigh strips)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred; can increase to 4 tbsp)
• 8 pieces Flour Tortillas (soft, for serving)
• 1 whole Avocado (sliced for topping)
• 0.5 cup Sour Cream (for topping)

Instructions

1. Mix Spices

   In a small bowl combine the salt, chili powder, black pepper, ground cumin, and paprika. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice Peppers and Onion

   Cut each bell pepper into long strips, removing seeds and white pith. Slice the yellow onion into similar strips.

   Time: PT7M

3. Cut Chicken

   Pat the chicken tenders dry and cut them into 3‑inch strips.

   Time: PT3M

4. Combine Chicken, Veggies, Garlic, Oil, and Spices

   In a large bowl (or a gallon‑size Ziploc bag) add the sliced peppers, onion, chicken strips, minced garlic, olive oil, and the spice mix. Toss thoroughly so everything is evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

5. Preheat Oven

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

6. Spread on Sheet Pan

   Line the sheet pan with a silicone liner or parchment paper. Spread the chicken‑vegetable mixture in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.

   Time: PT3M

7. Bake Fajitas

   Bake for 20‑25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are golden‑brown with a slight char.

   Time: PT22M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Rest and Serve

   Remove the pan, let the fajitas rest for 5 minutes. Warm the flour tortillas, then serve the chicken and veggies with sliced avocado and a dollop of sour cream.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

12g

Fiber

4g