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Whole30 + Low Carb Chicken Fajitas

These low carb chicken fajitas are absolutely packed with flavor! The chicken is so juicy and tender and the veggies are sweet and caramelized. You will love having this meal in your weekly rotation.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword chicken, clean eating, low carb, whole30
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 219kcal
Author Sara

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbls Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs cubed
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 Tbls Chili Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Red Bell Peppers seeded & sliced
  • 1 Green Bell Peppers seeded & sliced
  • 1 Orange Bell Pepper seeded & sliced
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper seeded & sliced
  • 1 Red Onion sliced
  • 2 Tbls Lime Juice fresh
  • 2 Tbls Cilantro

Instructions

  • Heat 1 Tbls oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add in the chicken, season with salt, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, oregano and onion powder
    Brown the chicken and cook until just done (about 7-10 minutes) Remove chicken from pan and set aside 
  • Add the remaining Tbls of oil and turn heat to medium/low and add in the peppers and onions
    Cook until soft and slightly caramelized (5-7 minutes) and then add in the garlic. Cook 1-2 more minutes and then add the chicken back in
  • Pour in the lime juice and season with a little more salt and let cook for 3-5 more minutes
    Chicken should be completely cooked through
  • Serve with cilantro and some lime wedges 

Notes

*nutrition facts are auto calculated and vary depending on ingredients used 

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 537mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2227IU | Vitamin C: 106mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg