Keto Chicken Fajitas

Keto Chicken Fajitas are a flavorful and low-carb twist on a classic dish, featuring tender chicken strips sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and onions, all seasoned with a zesty blend of spices. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying lunch that keeps you on track with your keto lifestyle.

Keto Chicken Fajitas
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 300 grams
  • Red bell pepper - 1 medium
  • Green bell pepper - 1 medium
  • Onion - 1 medium
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Lime - 1 medium
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and season with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken strips to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and browned.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, slice the red and green bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
  5. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet with the chicken and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Squeeze the juice of the lime over the chicken and vegetable mixture, and stir well to combine.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

Tags

AmericanKetoLunch