Published 8/12/2024 Fajita veggies are not only delicious when served alongside chicken fajitas or steak fajitas, but also on their own. I love making an extra batch to stuff into breakfast burritos or serve in a fajita bowl. It’s something about perfectly cooked peppers and onions in a little fajita seasoning that can just jazz up pretty much any meal. The key to making this recipe taste like Chipotle’s, is to NOT over season. You’ll notice that at Chipotle, they are very lightly seasoned and cooked perfectly with just a little crunch.
What is in this fajita veggies recipe?
Homemade Fajita Seasoning: the key to amazing fajita veggies is making your own fajita seasoning. If you’re in a pinch, you can also buy a packet in stores, but do note that the packet has additives and a thickening agent in it. Bell Peppers: feel free to use any color of bell pepper. We love a good rainbow so we used 3 different colors. Onion: any color onion works. We love the pop of color a red onion adds! Garlic: we’re using whole garlic cloves to really add a flavor blast. Avocado Oil: avocado oil is great for cooking things at a higher heat. It’s also pretty mild in flavor. Feel free to swap for olive oil.
Can I use store-bought fajita seasoning instead?
You’re more than welcome to use store-bought fajita seasoning but do note that there are additives, fillers, and cornstarch in a packet of fajita seasoning. With that said, your veggies may turn out a bit “thicker” or have clumps of seasoning. You can always add a few tablespoons of water to create almost like a sauce. Speaking from experience 😉
How to Make Fajita Veggies (Stovetop)
On the grill: This recipe can easily be made on the grill similar to our foil pack peppers and onions. Simply cook over direct heat at 400ºF for around 20 minutes.
How spicy is this recipe?
Our fajita seasoning is pretty mild, so feel free to add some heat with extra paprika or chipotle powder. Our Favorite Mandoline
Storage
Store leftover fajita veggies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. To reheat: reheat fajita veggies on the stovetop in a little avocado oil over medium heat. Or, microwave for 60 seconds on high. Fajitas: serve this yummy veggie fajita recipe right in a flour tortilla with your favorite fajita toppings such as salsa, guac, sour cream, etc.
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Burritos: sneak these veggie fajitas into a homemade beef burrito or chicken burrito. Bowls: add these to a meal prep bowl such as our slow cooker carnitas burrito bowls.
