Chicken Fajita Foil Packets
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 packets
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Calories
253 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Tex-Mex
Chicken Fajita Foil Packets
Description
Chicken Fajita Foil Packets bring together boneless skinless chicken breast strips with sliced bell peppers and red onion, seasoned with a blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. The ingredients are wrapped securely in foil and cooked over indirect heat or baked in the oven until the chicken is fully cooked. This approach steams the ingredients in their own juices, resulting in tender chicken and flavorful, slightly softened vegetables. The variety of bell pepper colors adds visual appeal and a mild sweetness to the dish.
The spices provide a smoky warmth without overwhelming the natural flavors of the chicken and veggies. Once cooked, the packets are carefully opened to release steam and served with traditional accompaniments like flour tortillas, sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges, allowing for customizable fajita wraps. This recipe is practical for grilling season or oven cooking in cooler weather, and it makes for minimal mess thanks to the foil packets.
Its hands-off cooking method is convenient for entertaining or easy weeknight dinners. The foil packets keep all ingredients contained, helping to retain moisture and meld flavors while simplifying both preparation and cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast boneless skinless
- 3 bell pepper I like to use a few different colors
- 1 red onion
- 2 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- sour cream for serving
- cilantro chopped, for serving
- lime for serving, wedges
- flour tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Core the bell peppers and peel the red onion. Then cut the veggies into strips. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Cut the chicken breasts into strips and add them to the bowl with the veggies.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to a small bowl. Stir until combined. Pour over the chicken and veggies. And then use your hand to toss until everything is well coated in the spice blend.
- Lay out four large squares of foil on the counter. Divide the chicken and veggies evenly between the foil. Wrap the foil up by first folding the sides over the top so that they overlap, and then roll up the ends so nothing can fall out.
- Cook on a preheated grill over indirect heat or in the oven at 400 degrees F for 20 - 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Carefully open the foil packets (there will be steam). Transfer the fajitas to a serving platter along with tortillas, or top with sour cream, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges right in the foil.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4packets
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1packet | |
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 854mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 997mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 4070IU | 81% |
| Vitamin C | 119mg | 132% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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