Name: Chipotle Copycat Fajita Veggies
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 large onion; 3 medium bell peppers; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 3/4 tsp salt; ½ tsp oregano; 1/4 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp onion powder; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/4 tsp ground cumin

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Last Updated on September 8, 2023 by Toya

Learn how to make chipotle copycat fajita veggies with a handful of ingredients! This EASY fajita vegetables recipe is colorful, tender, and super delicious and can be made in just 6 minutes!

Fajita vegetables

Fajita vegetables made with bell peppers are famous at chipotle. They’re great as a side, or for adding to burritos or burrito bowls.

If you’re making your own homemade burrito bowls, burritos, or chicken fajitas, then you’ll want to learn how to make these easy fajita veggies the right way.

What veggies are used to make chipotle fajita vegetables?

The vegetables used to make this are bell peppers and onions.

You can use either green, red, orange, or yellow bell peppers for this recipe. I used green, red, and yellow.
You can use either red, yellow, or white onions for this recipe. I used yellow onions.

What is fajita seasoning made of?

I make my own homemade fajita seasoning with a mix of salt, sweetener of choice, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, and oregano mixed together in a small bowl.

This DIY fajita seasoning is super simple to make and it ensures I’m not consuming any fillers or additives. But, if you are not very particular you can also buy fajita seasoning from your local grocery store for this recipe too.

This is not specifically a seasoning for fajita veggies, but it can double up as that quite easily.

Is Cajun seasoning the same as fajita seasoning?

Cajun seasoning and fajita seasoning are not the same. While both of these seasoning mixes have some spices in common, cajun seasoning contains some spices that are not included in fajita seasoning.

Ingredients needed to make chipotle fajita veggies

1 large onion
3 medium bell peppers
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 tsp salt
½ tsp oregano
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp ground cumin

What are the best onions for fajitas

Traditional fajita recipes use white onions which would suggest these as the best onions for making fajitas and I do like to use them sometimes. However, I like using yellow onions as this type of onion has a nice balance of sweetness and acidity. I also like using red onions for my fajita recipes because it adds this extra pop of color to the dish.

Ultimately, the best onions for fajitas are the onion you have on hand or the one that is more easily available to you.

How to cut bell peppers for fajitas

Cut off the ends of each bell pepper.

Then core the pepper by removing all the seeds and core.

Next cut the bell pepper in half and slice thinly.

How to make chipotle copycat fajita veggies

To start, gather all the ingredients in one place.

Then, peel and chop the onions, and measure out the oil and seasonings.

Once this is done, heat the oil in a medium or large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the onions and peppers to the skillet.

Next, add the fajita seasonings to the skillet and cook on medium heat.

Cook the fajita vegetables for 4-6 minutes stirring regularly.

Remove from the heat, then serve as desired.

When are sautéed peppers and onions for fajitas ready?

Many people want to know if fajita vegetables should be soft once cooked The answer to that is no. Fajita vegetables which may include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or tomatoes are to be crisp when they’re ready.

If your copycat chipotle veggies are soft and limp, then you’ve overcooked them. Cooking perfectly crisp fajita vegetables takes about 4-6 minutes on medium heat.

How to serve copycat chipotle veggies

Copycat chipotle veggies are very versatile and can be served in many ways. They can be:

Used to add to burrito bowls
Added to burrito salads
Used to make a burrito. Lay out a tortilla, place some cooked veggies, some avocado or guacamole, salsa, and some chicken, top with some sour cream, and enjoy. Also, these stir-fried fajita veggies make an awesome add-in for this easy breakfast burrito recipe.
Serve over a bowl of this ramen noodle recipe with seasoning

Storing sautéed veggies

Serve the veggies immediately or store the leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Can this be made ahead?

Yes! Because these sauteed peppers and onions for fajitas are able to be stored in the fridge for up to five days, they are quite easy to make ahead to be used later.

Final thoughts on copycat chipotle fajita veggies

I make these sautéed chipotle veggies all the time as my entire family is in love with these. We use them in many recipes and recently I’ve even started to use these leftover veggies to top my homemade pizzas.

So, if you love simple recipes like this one made with vegetables and other simple ingredients like my simple fajita seasoning, then you absolutely must give this recipe a try. It’s just 10 minutes and it is so versatile!