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Tex Mex Chicken Fajita Marinade

This chicken fajita marinade is a healthy dinner favorite! It makes perfectly tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with the best Tex-Mex flavors.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning (homemade or store bought)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh

Instructions

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  1. To make marinade, whisk together the vegetable oil, lime juice, and fajita seasoning.
  2. Poke chicken all over with a fork. Place the chicken in a dish or zip top bag and pour the marinade over the chicken to cover completely. Refrigerate for up to 4 hours, with a minimum of 30 minutes.
  3. Heat the grill to medium heat and brush with oil to prevent sticking. Place chicken on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Cook to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
  4. Once done, remove chicken from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Then serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

  • How to Store: If you have leftovers you can package them in meal sized portions and keep them in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
  • If you have leftovers you can package them in meal sized portions and keep them in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
  • How to Freeze: This Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita Marinade makes a great freezer meal and can be frozen both before and after cooking. For full instructions go to the "freezer" section in the post above. 
  • This Tex-Mex Chicken Fajita Marinade makes a great freezer meal and can be frozen both before and after cooking. For full instructions go to the "freezer" section in the post above. 
  • How to Reheat: This can be reheated in the microwave in 30 second increments, or cover with tin foil and place into the oven to reheat.

Nutrition Information

Serving 8oz Calories 380kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 48g (96%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 145mg (48%) Sodium 370mg (15%) Potassium 839mg (24%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 192IU (4%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 380

% Daily Value*

Serving 8oz
Calories 380kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 48g 96%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 370mg 15%
Potassium 839mg 18%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 192IU 4%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.