Rj’s Chicken Fajitas

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Rj's Chicken Fajitas - A full flavored, tasty Mexican feast that can be prepared in under an hour
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 lime , juice of
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup pilsner beer ( e.g . Corona )
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons chili powder
flour tortilla
cornstarch
1 large red onion , sliced
1 medium red bell pepper , cut into 3/4-inch-wide strips
1 medium yellow bell peppers or 1 medium green bell pepper , cut into 3/4-inch-wide strips
8 ounces of chopped fresh mushrooms
sour cream
guacamole
shredded cheddar cheese
freshly made pico de gallo
shredded iceberg lettuce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
675
Sugar
7g
Fat
39g
Originating from Mexican cuisine, fajitas are a popular dish that people love for its versatility, simple ingredients, and simple preparation. Rj's Chicken Fajitas is a delicious and traditional fajita recipe that can be easily prepared in just an hour with simple ingredients. The chicken marinates in Mexican spices, bursts with flavors, and cooked with assorted fresh vegetables and served with warm flour tortillas. This dish is perfect for a balanced meal that provides a good balance of protein, fiber, and nutrients in one meal. It's a perfect meal for a busy weeknight or special occasion, and it can easily be adapted to suit personal preferences.

Instructions

1.Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, beer, paprika, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and chili powder.
3.Place the chicken strips in the marinade, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4.Preheat a large skillet to medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
5.Add the chicken, stirring constantly and cook until browned and no longer pink.
6.Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
7.Add the onion, bell pepper and mushrooms to the skillet, sprinkle cornstarch over it and stir for 2-3 minutes.
8.Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
9.Warm flour tortillas in the microwave, fill each tortilla with fajita and top with the sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese, pico de gallo and shredded iceberg lettuce.
10.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is perfect for a quick and easy meal.

The fresh mix of vegetables and chicken offers a range of nutrients that support a healthy immune system.

It can easily be customized to specific spice needs by reducing or increasing the spices from the recipe.

CONS

The dish has a high amount of fats and calories from oil, cheese, and sour cream.

The sodium content of the dish is quite high due to the use of canned tomatoes with added salt and soy sauce making up a large portion of the marinade.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein, vitamin C, and antioxidants that help maintain and repair cells in the body.
The use of various spices such as paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and garlic help to reduce inflammation and prevent certain cancers.

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