Chicken Fajitas

Delicious Chicken Fajitas Recipe Overview

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexican cuisine with this mouth-watering Chicken Fajitas recipe. Perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering, this dish combines the vibrant flavors of seasoned chicken, sautéed peppers, and onions, all wrapped in a warm, soft tortilla. It’s a symphony of colors, textures, and tastes that promises to delight your senses and leave you craving for more.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Flavorful: Each bite is packed with bold and savory spices that perfectly complement the juicy chicken.
• Quick & Easy: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time.
• Versatile: Easily customize your fajitas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or cheese, to make it your own.

Tips for the Perfect Chicken Fajitas

• Marinate the chicken for at least an hour to infuse it with flavor and ensure it’s tender and juicy.
• Use a high heat for cooking to get a nice sear on the chicken and vegetables, adding that irresistible charred flavor.
• Warm your tortillas before assembling to make them more pliable and prevent them from breaking.

With its combination of simple preparation and complex flavors, this Chicken Fajitas recipe is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these fajitas will bring a touch of Mexican flair to your table.

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Chicken Fajitas

Author: Annie Cuisine: Mexican Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: F Flavorful Quick meals V Versatile

Difficulty: Easy Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 20 mins Rest Time Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 300

Best Season: All Year Round

Dietary:

N Non Vegetarian Option

Description

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexican cuisine with this mouth-watering Chicken Fajitas recipe. Perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering, this dish combines the vibrant flavors of seasoned chicken, sautéed peppers, and onions, all wrapped in a warm, soft tortilla.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken & Marinade

• 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt

For the Vegetables

• 1 each red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 each green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 each yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced

Additional

• 8 flour tortillas (warmed)

Instructions

Marinating the Chicken

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken slices with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Mix well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
   

Cooking the Fajitas

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes, or until fully cooked. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed, then add the sliced peppers and onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
3. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken.

Serving

1. Warm the tortillas according to package instructions. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture on the warmed tortillas. Add your favorite toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

Calories from Fat 90kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10gg16%

Saturated Fat 2gg10%

Trans Fat 0gg

Cholesterol 65mgmg22%

Sodium 600mgmg25%

Total Carbohydrate 27gg9%

Dietary Fiber 3gg12%

Sugars 5gg

Protein 25gg50%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Marinate the chicken for at least an hour to infuse it with flavor and ensure it's tender and juicy. Use a high heat for cooking to get a nice sear on the chicken and vegetables, adding that irresistible charred flavor. Warm your tortillas before assembling to make them more pliable and prevent them from breaking.

Keywords: Chicken Fajitas, Mexican Cuisine, Family Dinner, Festive Gathering

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