Chicken Fajita Spuds With Black Bean Salsa

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Chicken Fajita Spuds with Black Bean Salsa recipe for a hearty dinner
in Dinner

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into 2 1/2 inch strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1 yellow onion , cut in strips
1 large green bell pepper , cut in strips
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
8 -10 baked potatoes
guacamole or mexican four cheese blend
1 can black beans , rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen white corn kernels , thawed
1 small red onion , chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and diced
1 garlic clove , minced
1 teaspoon fajita seasoning mix

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
415
Sugar
6g
Fat
10g
Chicken Fajita Spuds With Black Bean Salsa is a hearty and filling meal that is perfect for dinner. The dish features tender chicken strips seasoned with fajita seasoning mix and chipotle powder, paired with strips of yellow onion and green bell pepper. The meal is served on top of a baked potato, which is a nutritious and delicious source of fiber and potassium. The dish is topped with guacamole or Mexican four cheese blend, and served with a side of black bean salsa. This nutritious and flavorful meal is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake the potatoes for 45-50 minutes or until fully cooked.
2.In a large skillet over medium high heat, heat the olive oil and add the chicken strips, fajita seasoning mix, and chipotle powder. Cook for 5-7 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
3.In the same skillet, add yellow onion and green pepper. Stir with chicken mixture for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
4.Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and stir all ingredients well, remove from the heat.
5.In a separate bowl, combine the black beans, corn kernels, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, garlic, fajita seasoning mix and 1/4 cup of lime juice to make the salsa mixture.
6.Cut open the baked potatoes and fill them with the chicken fajita mixture.
7.Top the potatoes with guacamole or Mexican four cheese blend as desired.
8.Serve with the black bean salsa on the side.

PROS

This meal is hearty and satisfying, perfect for dinner with family or friends.

Baked potatoes are a great source of fiber and potassium, while chicken is an excellent source of protein.

The black bean salsa is a nutritious and flavorful addition to the meal.

CONS

This meal is high in carbohydrates, with the potatoes making up a significant portion of the calories.

Adding cheese or guacamole can increase the fat content of the meal.

Some people may find the jalapeno pepper in the salsa too spicy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this meal is a great source of lean protein, while the black beans in the salsa are high in fiber and plant-based protein.
The corn kernels provide a source of antioxidants, while the jalapeno peppers contain capsaicin, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
However, people who are trying to watch their carbohydrate or sodium intake may need to modify this recipe.

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