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Easy Flavor-Packed Freezer Chicken Fajitas

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A quick and easy freezer-friendly chicken fajita recipe packed with bold flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 3 medium bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green), sliced into strips
  • 1 large yellow or white onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Flour or corn tortillas for serving

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice chicken breasts or thighs and prepare bell peppers and onion into 1/4 inch thick strips.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  3. Toss sliced chicken, bell peppers, and onion into the marinade and mix well to coat evenly.
  4. Divide the mixture into freezer-safe zip bags or containers, flatten to remove air, label with date, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  5. When ready to cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If cooking from frozen, add contents directly to skillet, cover for 5 minutes to steam and thaw, then stir occasionally until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender-crisp (about 15-20 minutes). If thawed, cook similarly but for less time.
  6. Warm tortillas and serve fajita filling inside with your favorite toppings such as avocado, salsa, or sour cream.

Notes

Marinate chicken and veggies overnight if possible for deeper flavor. Cook in batches if skillet is small to avoid overcrowding. Use medium-high heat for best sear and caramelization. Avoid overcooking chicken to keep it juicy.

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