Easy Chicken Fajita Tacos Recipe – Quick, Delicious & Homemade
If you love tacos but also crave the smoky flavors of fajitas, this Chicken Fajita Tacos recipe is the ultimate combo. Juicy chicken, sautéed onions, creamy avocado, fresh tomatoes, and a squeeze of lime all wrapped in warm tortillas — ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything to prepare homemade tacos at home:
- 2 chicken breasts (sliced into strips)
- 1 brown onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 garlic cloves (grated/paste)
- 200g cherry tomatoes (diced)
- 2 ripe avocados (mashed with lime & sea salt)
- 1 red onion (diced)
- Fresh lime wedges (for serving)
- Fresh coriander (cilantro)
For Taco Seasoning:
- 4g onion powder
- 4g garlic powder
- 4g paprika
- 4g ground cumin
- 2g dried oregano
- 0.5g chili powder
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Recipe
1. Prep the Toppings
- Dice onion & cherry tomatoes.
- Slice fresh lime into wedges.
- Mash avocado with sea salt + lime juice.
2. Make the Fajita Mix
- Thinly slice chicken breasts.
- Coat with taco seasoning + olive oil.
- Slice onion into strips & mix with seasoning.
3. Cook the Filling
- Sauté onions & garlic until fragrant.
- In the same pan, sear chicken strips for 5–6 minutes until golden.
- Add onions back for extra flavor.
4. Assemble the Tacos
- Warm flour or corn tortillas.
- Spread avocado as a base.
- Add chicken fajita mix.
- Top with tomatoes, onions & coriander.
- Finish with a squeeze of lime.
🌮 Why You’ll Love These Tacos
✅ Ready in under 30 minutes
✅ Uses simple pantry ingredients
✅ Perfect for family dinners or parties
✅ Customizable with beef, shrimp, or veggies
Pro Tips
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken with seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Always toast tortillas for a better texture.
- Add cheese or sour cream for a Tex-Mex twist.
Serving Ideas
These Chicken Fajita Tacos pair perfectly with:
- Mexican Rice
- Salsa Verde
- Grilled Corn
- Nachos & Guacamole
Final Bite
This tacos recipe is the perfect blend of fajitas and tacos in one. Juicy, spicy, creamy, and tangy — every bite is bursting with flavor. Once you try them, they’ll become your go-to weeknight dinner recipe.