Sizzling Chicken Fajita Recipe Blackstone
Want a restaurant-quality meal right in your backyard? This chicken fajita Blackstone recipe turns simple ingredients into a flavor-packed fiesta! The flat-top griddle gives the chicken a perfect sear while charring the peppers and onions to perfection. For more Blackstone favorites, try our hibachi chicken, chicken fried rice, or chicken Philly.
I discovered the magic of making chicken fajitas on my Blackstone last summer, and it completely changed my outdoor cooking game. The spacious griddle ensures even cooking, and you can prepare everything in one spot—from sizzling chicken to warming tortillas. For more delicious meals, try our grilled chicken wrap, Blackstone chicken breast, or high-protein chicken burrito.
What You’ll Love About This Recipe
- Quick cooking time – Once your chicken is marinated, the actual cooking takes just minutes on the hot Blackstone surface
- Customizable for everyone – Set up a fajita bar and let family members build their perfect combination
- Restaurant-quality results – The Blackstone griddle creates that signature sizzle and char that’s hard to achieve with other cooking methods
Recipe Ingredients
Everything you need for perfect chicken fajita recipe Blackstone success comes together with these flavorful components:
- Boneless skinless chicken breast
- Avocado oil
- Fresh lime juice
- Aromatic spices (chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne)
- Bell peppers
- Yellow onions
- Tortillas
- Toppings (cheese, sour cream, salsa, etc.)
Ingredient Notes
- Chicken cut – Slicing the chicken into ¼-inch strips before marinating allows the flavors to penetrate quickly and ensures fast, even cooking on the griddle
- Avocado oil – Preferred for its high smoke point, making it ideal for the hot Blackstone surface, but you can substitute vegetable oil if needed
- Bell peppers – Use a variety of colors (red, yellow, green) for the most vibrant presentation and slightly different flavor notes
How to Make Chicken Fajita Recipe Blackstone
For the complete printable recipe with exact measurements, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Here’s your step-by-step guide:
- Prepare the marinade by combining oil, lime juice, and spices in a jar or blender
- Slice chicken into thin strips and marinate for at least 2 hours
- Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat
- Cook peppers and onions on one side of the griddle until slightly charred
- Cook marinated chicken on the other side until it reaches 165°F internally
- Warm tortillas directly on the griddle
- Assemble fajitas with chicken, vegetables, and your favorite toppings
Pro Tips for Perfect Blackstone Fajitas
Don’t crowd your griddle! Leave space between ingredients for proper browning and to make flipping easier. The magic of fajitas comes from that perfect sear, which requires adequate space and high heat.
Storage and Reheating
- Refrigeration – Store leftover chicken and vegetables separately from toppings in airtight containers for up to 3 days
- Freezing – Cooked fajita meat and vegetables can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating
- Reheating – For best results, reheat chicken and vegetables on the Blackstone for 2-3 minutes until warmed through, or microwave covered for 1-2 minutes
Additions & Substitutions
Additions:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the vegetable mix for an earthy flavor boost
- Include diced jalapeños for extra heat
- Try pineapple chunks for a sweet-savory twist
- Incorporate black beans for added protein and fiber
Substitutions:
- Swap chicken for steak, shrimp, or portobello mushrooms
- Use coconut oil instead of avocado oil for a subtle tropical flavor
- Replace lime juice with lemon juice in a pinch
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter topping option
FAQs about This Chicken Fajita Recipe Blackstone
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What Can I Serve with Chicken Fajita Recipe Blackstone?
These sizzling fajitas pair beautifully with Mexican rice, refried beans, guacamole, or a fresh green salad. For the complete fiesta experience, add some chips and queso or a pitcher of margaritas!
If you try this chicken fajita recipe Blackstone creation, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a comment below or tag me in your social media posts so I can see your delicious results.
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Blackstone Chicken Fajitas
Equipment
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cut into ¼ inch strips
- ½ cup avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Fajitas
- 2 yellow onions sliced
- 2 bell peppers cut into strips
- 8 tortillas corn or flour
For Serving
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- lime wedges
- tomatoes
- cilantro
- salsa
Instructions
- Combine avocado oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt, garlic powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper in a mason jar or blender. Shake or process until combined.
- Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Heat the Blackstone grill to medium-high heat. Brush with oil.
- Cook peppers and onions until lightly charred.
- Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F.