⏱ 30 min total

Skillet Chicken Fajitas

Name: Skillet Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ¼ lb Chicken breast; 1 tbsp Cilantro; ¼ tsp, ground Oregano; ¼ tsp Chili powder; ¼ tsp Paprika; ⅛ tsp, ground Cumin seed; ¼ cloves, minced Garlic; ¼ tsp Salt; ½ tbsp Olive oil; 1 tsp Lime juice; ½ medium Red bell pepper; ¼ medium Onion

Per 1 serving · 217 g · 12 ingredients

Calories

234

12%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
27g
46% of calories
Carbs
7.9g
14% of calories
Fat
10g
40% of calories

Portion

✓ Protein-dense

At a glance

One serving of Skillet Chicken Fajitas (217 g) has 234 calories, with 27 g of protein, 7.9 g of carbohydrates and 10 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from protein (46% of calories). It is high in protein (54% DV), Vitamin C (89% DV) and Vitamin E (21% DV). Keep an eye on sodium and cholesterol, which provide 29% and 28% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

107cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

12g

Net carbs

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

2.4g

3.9 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein54%
Vitamin C89%
Vitamin E21%
Niacin73%
Vitamin B690%
Pantothenic acid39%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin A14%
Vitamin K12%
Thiamine13%
Riboflavin (B2)18%
Folate (B9)11%
Vitamin B1210%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium29%
Cholesterol28%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 10 minCook 20 min

1
In a large bowl, combine chicken strips, half of the cilantro, oregano, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic, and half of the salt. Toss to coat the chicken and set aside.
2
Heat half of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add the bell peppers in a single layer and allow them to char slightly before stirring. Once browned, add the sliced onion and remaining salt. Cook until the onions soften.
4
Transfer the pepper and onion mixture to a plate.
5
Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining olive oil.
6
Add the chicken strips in a single layer and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes.
7
Return the pepper mixture to the skillet and add the lime juice. Heat until everything is sizzling.
8
Garnish with remaining cilantro and serve immediately.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (217 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	128 μg	14%
Vitamin C	80 mg	89%
Vitamin D	0 μg	0%
Vitamin E	3 mg	21%
Vitamin K	14 μg	12%
Thiamine	0.2 mg	13%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	18%
Niacin	12 mg	73%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	90%
Folate (B9)	45 μg	11%
Vitamin B12	0.2 μg	10%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	39%
Choline	100 mg	18%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	33 mg	3%
Iron	1 mg	18%
Potassium	596 mg	13%
Magnesium	47 mg	11%
Phosphorus	273 mg	39%
Zinc	1 mg	9%
Copper	0 mg	5%
Manganese	0.2 mg	9%
Selenium	26 μg	48%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	2 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	29 μg	—
Arginine	2 g	—
Aspartic acid	3 g	—
Beta carotene	1,250 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.3 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	0.3 μg	—
Fructose	2 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	2 g	—
Glutamic acid	4 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	2 g	—
Lycopene	0.1 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	6 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	1 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	8 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0.3 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0 g	—
Total omega 6	0.4 g	—
Tryptophan	0.3 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0 μg	—

Burning 234 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

44min
Walking (3.5 mph)
28min
Cycling (moderate)
19min
Running (6 mph)
33min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Skillet Chicken Fajitas?

One serving of Skillet Chicken Fajitas (1 serving) has 234 calories, which works out to 107 calories per 100 g. That is about 12% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Are Skillet Chicken Fajitas high in protein?

Yes. It has 27 g of protein per serving, and 46% of its calories come from protein (12 g of protein per 100 calories).

Are Skillet Chicken Fajitas keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 6 g of net carbs and 14% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Skillet Chicken Fajitas?

656 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Skillet Chicken Fajitas?

3.9 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (217 g)

Calories234

% Daily Value*

Total fat 10g	13%
Saturated fat 1.7g	8%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 83mg	28%
Sodium 656mg	29%
Total carbohydrate 7.9g	3%
Dietary fiber 2.4g	9%
Total sugars 3.9g
Protein 27g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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