Fajitas are a hugely fun family dinner, and it’s one I get asked to make again and again. These easy chicken fajitas are packed with flavour, and the best part is that everyone gets to build their own combination of fillings and toppings. Messy? Yes. Delicious? Absolutely.
It’s not just the taste that makes this recipe a winner in our house — there’s plenty of hands-on, make-it-yourself fun involved too, which is probably why it gets requested so often!
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It’s Time for Chicken Fajitas
The great thing about fajitas is that you can add whatever you have to hand — peppers, baby corn, mange tout, and so on — and you can easily swap the chicken for beef, turkey or extra veggies. Got some leftover roast pork or beef? Use that instead and change the whole meal up.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- 1 red onion, halved and sliced thinly
- 2–3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 red chilli, finely chopped (optional)
- 3–4 chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 red pepper and 1 green pepper, sliced into strips
- 6–8 soft tortilla wraps
- Topping ideas: sour cream, grated cheese, fresh coriander, guacamole, salsa, sliced jalapeño
Method
1. Heat some oil in a pan over a medium heat and sauté the onion until softened. Add the garlic and chilli (if using) for a further minute, then add in the chicken strips.
2. Season the chicken and add the spices, stirring well to coat.
3. Once the chicken has browned, add the pepper strips and cook for a further 5–8 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
4. While the chicken cooks, get all your toppings ready for serving. Let everyone build their own — layering chicken and toppings into the tortilla wraps, then wrap tightly and enjoy!
A Few Tips
- Warm the tortilla wraps briefly before serving — it makes them easier to fold and roll.
- Set toppings out in small bowls so everyone can help themselves. It keeps little hands busy and cuts down on fussy dinner complaints.
- Leftover fajita filling reheats well and makes a great next-day wrap or salad topper.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make chicken fajitas ahead of time?
Yes — you can slice the chicken and vegetables and mix the spices in advance, then store them in the fridge until you’re ready to cook. This makes weeknight dinners even quicker.
What can I use instead of chicken?
Beef, turkey or leftover roast meat all work well in this recipe. For a vegetarian version, simply add extra peppers, mushrooms or other vegetables in place of the meat.
What sides go well with fajitas?
Rice, a simple side salad, or extra tortilla chips with dip all pair nicely. Fajitas are quite filling on their own, so sides are optional rather than essential.
Can kids help make this recipe?
Yes — building your own fajita is a great hands-on activity for kids. They can help set out toppings, choose their own fillings, and roll their own wrap.
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