Chicken Fajitas
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
151 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chicken Fajitas
Description
Chicken Fajitas features marinated chicken breast strips coated with a spice mix that includes chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper for subtle heat. The chicken is cooked separately from sautéed onions and bell peppers, which are softened in olive oil to retain some texture and brightness. After cooking, the vegetables are combined back with the chicken to meld flavors before serving.
The finished fajitas are served hot with warm flour tortillas and optional toppings such as sour cream, cheese, salsa, and chopped cilantro, allowing for customization. This dish offers a well-rounded balance of tender meat and crisp-tender vegetables with a piquant seasoning blend.
The recipe notes suggest prepping the ingredients ahead of time and storing the chicken and vegetables separately refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheating is recommended in a skillet for best texture, but microwave reheating is also possible. This approach supports convenient meal planning.
Ingredients
For the seasoning mix:
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
For the fajitas:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1½ pounds chicken breast cut into strips
- 1 onion sliced, small
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 red pepper sliced
For serving:
- flour tortillas warmed, Fajita sized
- sour cream
- cheese
- salsa
- cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, chili powder, salt, paprika, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and cumin. Add one tablespoon of olive oil and the lime juice, and whisk to combine. Add the chicken breast to the seasoning mixture and toss to combine.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and peppers to the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently, until softened. Remove the vegetables from the skillet.
- Add the chicken to the hot skillet, and cook for 8-10 minutes, until tender and cooked through. Add the vegetables back into the skillet, stir, and cook for one additional minute to warm the vegetables.
- Serve hot with tortillas and desired toppings.
Notes
- Prepare chicken and vegetables ahead and store separately in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat the fajita filling in a skillet over medium heat for best texture and flavor retention.
- Microwave reheating is an alternative but may affect texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 151kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 400mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 419mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 848IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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