CHICKEN FAJITA RECIPE TASTY RECIPES

Name: Flavorful Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt; 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips; 1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned; 1/2 medium green pepper, julienned; 4 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed; Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole, sliced red onions and sour cream

FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

Flavorful Chicken Fajitas Recipe: How to Make It image

This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! —Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole, sliced red onions and sour cream

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate for 1-4 hours. , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute peppers and onions in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Return pepper mixture to pan; heat through. , Spoon filling down the center of tortillas; fold in half. Add toppings as desired, fold in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, FatContent 15g fat (2g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 63mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 689mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, FiberContent 1g fiber), ProteinContent 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges 3 lean meat

TASTY CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

Tasty Chicken Fajitas Recipe: How to Make It image

Fajitas are great for those evenings when you want to serve something fun and tasty, yet keep cooking to a minimum.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Total Time 20 minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips
1/2 medium yellow pepper, cut into strips
1/2 medium green pepper, cut into strips
1/2 cup salsa
12 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1-1/2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine lime juice, garlic, chili powder and cumin. Add chicken; stir. Marinate for 15 minutes. In a nonstick skillet, cook onion, chicken and marinade for 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Add peppers; saute for 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in salsa. Divide mixture among tortillas; top with cheese. Roll up and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, FatContent 13g fat (5g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 44mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 799mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 58g carbohydrate (4g sugars, FiberContent 2g fiber), ProteinContent 26g protein.

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