Mezcal Chicken Fajitas Recipe
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Mezcal Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Description
The Mezcal Chicken Fajitas recipe begins with chicken thighs marinated in mezcal, oil, and a blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and salt. The marinade adds smoky, spicy notes while tenderizing the meat. Bell peppers and onions are sliced and tossed with oil and similar seasonings for a matching flavor profile. Both chicken and vegetables are grilled over medium-high heat until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables gain a light char.
The smoky mezcal enhances the grilled chicken’s flavor, balancing spiced warmth from the chili powders and herbs. Serving the ingredients family-style on the table allows individuals to build fajitas to their liking with warmed corn or gluten-free tortillas and sides like guacamole, sour cream, and fresh greens or shredded lettuce for added texture and creaminess.
This recipe suits gatherings where interactive meals are preferred. The marinating step can last up to 12 hours but can be shorter if needed. Preparing toppings and veggie seasoning while chicken marinates simplifies the process. Grilling imparts charred flavor, but stovetop cooking is an alternative not detailed here.
Ingredients
Mezcal Chicken
- 6 chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- ¼ cup mezcal
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder each
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano each
- ½ teaspoon sea salt each
Fajita Veggies
- 3 bell pepper sliced
- 2 medium onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon oil each
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano each
- 1 teaspoon sea salt each
Extras
- tortillas corn or gluten-free if needed
- guacamole try this easy recipe
- sour cream
- greens or shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Add the mezcal, oil, and all of the spices. Mix the chicken and marinade around then place the bowl into your fridge and let it marinate while you prepare the rest of the meal. Note: you can let it marinate for up to 12 hours.
- Slice the peppers and onions and place them into a large bowl. Add the oil and spices and toss to coat.
- Make the guacamole and put the sour cream and greens into bowls.
- Oil and preheat your grill to medium-high. Remove the chicken from the bowl and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken and veggies until the chicken is cooked through and the veggies are charred in spots, about 10 minutes. Warm the tortillas on the grill. Chop the chicken into pieces.
- Serve everything on the table and let everyone assemble their own mezcal chicken fajitas.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ¼ of the recipe not including 'extras' | |
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 161mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 1074mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 787mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3858IU | 77% |
| Vitamin C | 118mg | 131% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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