Star-Spangled Southwestern Skillet Fajitas

A colorful and flavorful twist on traditional fajitas, this Southwestern-inspired dish combines tender chicken, crunchy bell peppers, and spicy jalapeños, all cooked to perfection in a sizzling hot skillet, served with warm flour tortillas and a side of tangy sour cream.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 1 large onion
• 2 large jalapeño peppers
• 1 cup zucchini
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 large tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Step 2: Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.

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   Step 3: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

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   Step 4: Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, or until tender.

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   Step 5: Add the garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.

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   Step 6: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.

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   Step 7: Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.

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   Step 8: To assemble the fajitas, place a portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture onto a tortilla and top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and any desired toppings.

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   Step 9: Serve immediately and enjoy!

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    Step 10: Leftover fajitas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

💡 Pro Tips

To avoid overcooking the chicken, cook it until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. To add extra flavor to the fajitas, top with diced tomatoes, avocado, or sour cream. To reheat leftover fajitas, simply cook in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.

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