Chicken Fajitas Lime Crema (Printable)

Sautéed chicken strips, peppers, and onions topped with zesty lime crema. Enjoy wrapped in warm tortillas.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Fajitas

01 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Lime Crema

15 - 1/2 cup sour cream
16 - Zest and juice of 1 lime
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
18 - Pinch of salt

→ For Serving

19 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
20 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
21 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, combine chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
02 - Place the sliced chicken in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle the prepared seasoning blend over the chicken. Toss to ensure chicken is evenly coated.
03 - Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken strips and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
04 - In the same skillet, add red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with red onion. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened and edges start to char. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture, then toss to combine. Stir and heat for 1 to 2 minutes, until mixture is warmed through.
06 - While chicken and vegetables cook, whisk sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
07 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or wrap in foil and place in the oven until heated through.
08 - Fill each warmed tortilla with chicken and pepper mixture. Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and cooks in just 40 minutes
  • Relies on easy-to-find ingredients found in most pantries
  • Naturally gluten-free if you use corn tortillas making it great for anyone with sensitivities
  • Customizable heat and toppings to suit any taste and craving
  • Vibrant vegetables bring both color and nutrition to your plate
02 -
  • High in protein and balances lean chicken with fiber-rich peppers and onions
  • Makes excellent leftovers that reheat beautifully in a skillet or microwave
  • Easy to double or halve for family meals or solo nights
03 -
  • Slice your chicken and veggies as evenly as possible so everything cooks at the same pace
  • Do not skip letting the chicken get a little golden crust this builds rich flavor
  • Always zest your lime before juicing it for the crema I forget sometimes and end up chasing a slippery half-lime around my cutting board
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