This Nigella Lawson chicken fajitas recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken with smoky spices and colorful vegetables. It’s a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Simple ingredients come together to create a satisfying and restaurant-style meal at home.
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
1 onion (sliced)
6 small tortillas
Instructions
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, and spices.
Add sliced chicken and coat well. Marinate for 20 minutes.
Heat a pan over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté onions and peppers until slightly tender.
