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Easy Sizzling Beef and Chicken Fajitas Recipe Perfect for Quick Homemade Dinner

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A quick and easy recipe combining tender beef and juicy chicken with crisp bell peppers and onions, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz beef skirt steak or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large white onion, thinly sliced
  • Flour or corn tortillas (use gluten-free if needed)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef and chicken slices dry with paper towels.
  2. In separate bowls, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss beef in one bowl and chicken in the other, coating evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
  4. Thinly slice the bell peppers and onion into uniform strips and set aside.
  5. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot (3-5 minutes).
  6. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the skillet, then add beef strips in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until browned and medium done. Remove and keep warm.
  7. Cook chicken strips in the same way for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove and keep warm.
  8. Add more oil if needed, then sauté the peppers and onions for 5-7 minutes until tender but still slightly crunchy. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Return beef and chicken to the skillet with veggies and toss to warm through.
  10. Serve immediately with warmed tortillas, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking meat to avoid steaming. Marinate meat for 15-30 minutes for best texture. Cook beef and chicken separately due to different cooking times. Let meat rest after cooking to retain juices. Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for best sear. For dairy-free, skip sour cream and cheese or use avocado slices. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days and freeze up to 2 months.

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