What to Serve with Fajitas

What to Serve with Fajitas – 12+ best side dishes with your favorite steak, chicken or shrimp fajitas recipe. These easy side dishes are a great way to a restaurant quality fajita dinner any night of the week.

Friends – there’s no need to wait for Cinco De Mayo to try any one of these mouthwatering side dishes. Any one (or a combination) would be a great choice anytime!

The best part: simple ingredients + quick and easy to make = a delicious meal you’ll have on the table in a jiffy.

Below you’ll find recipes like your favorite Mexican restaurants – quick and easy – with minimal prep to make at home.

Mexican cuisine has been a long-time favorite of mine since my teen years at Taco Bell (I know, I know).

These days a tasty Mexican dish is on repeat in my house and is also a great way to entertain. It’s economical and almost everyone loves Mexican food. 

EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS:

 

Tequila-lime marinated Chicken Fajitas whip up in under 30 minutes – in a skillet or grilled outside for a lively summer meal. Delicious juicy, seared chicken + caramelized vegetables – perfect with any of the sides below. CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE

Prefer air fryer? Try these 15 Minute Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas.

The chicken and vegetables are seasoned with a few everyday spices or even a packaged taco seasoning. CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE

BEEF FAJITAS:

These Steak Fajitas are always a hit and also cook quickly making them ideal for busy weeknights.

Tender juicy marinated steak, sliced onions and bell peppers cook completely in a skillet or air fryer.

Layer in flour tortillas with any of the toppings below. CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE

WHAT TO SERVE WITH FAJITAS:

When it comes to what to serve with fajitas, there’s no one perfect side dish. That’s why I’m sharing 12+ ideas – so you can choose what you like best.

• Flour tortillas, corn tortillas – or even low carb tortillas – a vessel to load all that deliciousness into!
• Black beans or refried beans – just rinse and drain whole beans then warm in a saucepan. Jazz them up with a sprinkle of chili powder, garlic powder and cayenne.
• Lime wedges for a squeeze of fresh lime juice that’ll bring out the best flavor of the beef, chicken or shrimp.
• Grated cheese – a MUST (sharp cheddar works great!)
• Sour cream
• Sliced green onion
• Raw diced red pepper
• Avocado slices

cocktails, sides and dessert – ON THE BLOG – CLICK BELOW:

• Grapefruit Margaritas – light, refreshing with fresh grapefruit and lime juices. A tangy-sweet tropical twist on the classic cocktail. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• 5 Ingredient Mexican Rice – also called Spanish Rice – easy to make from simple grocery store ingredients with bold delicious flavor. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Pico De Gallo – known as homemade salsa in my family with fresh summer tomatoes, jalapeno and onion. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• 5 Minute Blender Salsa – 5 minute restaurant style salsa made in the blender from canned tomatoes + a few spices. CLICK FOR RECIPE

• Mexican “Fried” Ice Cream – vanilla ice cream + crispy honey-cinnamon crushed Corn Flakes, fudge and caramel topping, whipped cream and fresh fruit. Delicious all year – especially summer months. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Black Bean Soup – just 5 ingredients and less than 30 minutes! CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Pickled Jalapenos – 10 minutes and NO canning! Add delicious taste to fajitas, tacos, nachos, enchiladas or chili! CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Mexican Street Corn Salad – sauteed corn, pasta, bell peppers, tomatoes, black beans and crispy bacon in a chili-lime dressing. CLICK FOR RECIPE

EASY APPETIZERS TO GET THE PARTY STARTED:

• Easy Homemade Guacamole with ripe avocados, lime juice, cilantro, red onion and jalapeno. Serve with and tortilla chips. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Cowboy Queso spicy melty cheese dip with chorizo, black beans, corn, tomatoes and cilantro. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Chorizo Queso warm Mexican cheese and chorizo dip with diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro and a light squeeze of lime juice. CLICK FOR RECIPE
• Mexicali Dip super easy 4 ingredient spicy cream cheese-salsa dip. Make in the microwave in under 5 minutes. CLICK FOR RECIPE

Enjoy!

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If you tried any of the side dishes with your fajitas – or any other on the blog then I hope you’ll leave a comment and some stars!