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Sticking to keto doesn’t mean sacrificing fajita night! These Keto Chicken Fajitas are a flavor explosion of sizzling, marinated chicken, colorful peppers, and all your favorite fajita toppings. With a focus on fresh ingredients and a quick cooking time in a cast iron skillet, this recipe is perfect for a satisfying and keto-friendly weeknight meal.

Ditch the carb-loaded tortillas and elevate your fajita experience.

Serve this dish with low-carb alternatives like lettuce wraps, cauliflower rice, or portobello mushroom caps. Impress your family and friends with a delicious and healthy keto dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes!

Keto Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning (or chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Equipment:

• Large cast iron skillet
• Tongs
• Serving platter

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken breasts or thighs, olive oil, avocado oil, fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
2. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken mixture and spread it out in a single layer.
3. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Don’t overcrowd the pan, cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
4. While the chicken is cooking, add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the bowl used to marinate the chicken. Toss to coat with any remaining marinade.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
6. Add the bell peppers and onion to the hot cast iron skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and slightly browned.
7. Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Toss to combine and heat through for another minute.
8. Serve immediately on a platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro and your favorite keto-friendly fajita toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or low-carb tortillas.

Serving Size: This recipe yields approximately 4 servings.

Key points:

• Spiced: The fajita seasoning creates a flavorful and slightly smoky marinade for the chicken.
• Sizzling: Cooking in a cast iron skillet ensures the chicken gets beautifully browned and delivers a satisfying sizzle.
• Fresh: Vibrant bell peppers and onions add a colorful and refreshing element to the dish.

FAQs:

• Can I use a different type of protein? Absolutely! You can substitute steak, shrimp, or tofu for the chicken in this recipe.
• What if I don’t have fajita seasoning? You can create your own fajita seasoning by combining chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• What are some good low-carb alternatives for tortillas? Lettuce wraps, cauliflower rice, portobello mushroom caps, or even large romaine lettuce leaves all work well for scooping up the fajita filling.