Spicy Chicken Fajitas!
Fancy adding some zest to your weeknight meals? Give our mouthwatering spicy chicken fajita recipe a go! The secret’s in the perfect blend of fajita mix spices that will tantalise your taste buds. Whipping up your own chicken fajita spices mix is easier than you might think. Here’s a quick rundown of the essential spices for chicken fajitas: chilli powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cayenne pepper (for extra heat). Combine these spices in a bowl, and bob’s your uncle! You’ve got a homemade spicy fajita mix that rivals any shop-bought version.
Don’t forget to customise your spicy fajita mix to suit your taste preferences. If
you love heat, increase the amount of cayenne or add some crushed red pepper flakes. For a smoky twist, incorporate some smoked paprika into your blend. Experiment with different ratios of spices to create your signature chicken fajita spices mix. Remember, the key to perfect fajitas is not just in the spices, but also in the preparation – make sure your frying pan is screaming hot before adding your seasoned chicken for that classic fajita sizzle!
To make your chicken fajitas spice recipe even more flavoursome, try toasting the spices in a dry pan before mixing. This simple step releases the aromatic oils, intensifying the flavours in your fajita mix spices. For the ultimate spicy chicken fajita experience, coat your chicken strips generously with the spice blend, then sear them in a hot frying pan with colourful bell peppers and onions. The result? A sizzling, aromatic dish that’s sure to become a family favourite. Ready to spice things up? Give this chicken fajitas spice recipe a go and transform your supper into a fiesta of flavours!
- 500g chicken breast, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Combine all spices for the fajita mix in a small bowl. Mix well.
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced chicken with ⅔ of the spice mix until evenly coated.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil, bell peppers, and onions. Sprinkle with the remaining spice mix. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the pan and stir to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to reheat the chicken.
- Warm the tortillas according to package instructions.
- Serve the sizzling chicken and vegetable mixture with warm tortillas.