Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers Recipe
Think fajitas are just sizzling meat and peppers? Think again. This vegan twist transforms classic Tex-Mex into plant-powered magic.
Bright bell peppers and smoky spices tango with tender, seasoned vegan strips, making every bite a fiesta for your taste buds.
Skip the usual kitchen chaos—this recipe keeps prep and cook time short, so you can actually enjoy dinner instead of stressing.
Serve these vibrant fajitas wrapped in warm tortillas, and pretend you’re dining under a Mexican sunset (margarita optional).
Ready to spice up weeknight meals with bold flavors and zero regrets? Let’s taco ‘bout it!
Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers Recipe
A vegan take on classic chicken fajitas, loaded with colorful bell peppers and bold, smoky seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 lb vegan chicken strips
- 3 bell peppers mixed colors, sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and bell peppers, sauté 5 minutes until soft.
- Toss vegan strips with spices and add to skillet.
- Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Warm tortillas and serve fajita filling inside.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 120%
- Iron: 20%
- Calcium: 15%
- Vitamin A: 35%
- Folate: 18%
Additional notes/tips to enhance flavor
- Add a squeeze of fresh lime for zing.
- Top with vegan sour cream or guacamole.
- Use corn tortillas for gluten-free option.
