Chicken Pineapple Fajitas

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1
Amazing Chicken Pineapple Fajitas that are perfect for any dinner occasion
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 flour tortillas
1 pound skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
2 small red bell peppers , cut into strips
2 teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 slices canned pineapple , chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
chopped fresh cilantro
lime wedges

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
372
Sugar
4g
Fat
9g
Chicken Pineapple Fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican-inspired dish that is perfect for any dinner occasion. These fajitas are bursting with flavor and texture, with juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and tender bell peppers all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. They are incredibly versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences, whether you like them spicy or mild. This dish is also great for feeding a crowd, as you can easily double or triple the recipe as needed.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Wrap tortillas in foil and place in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
3.Meanwhile, season the chicken strips with jerk seasoning and black pepper.
4.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the chicken until no longer pink inside. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
5.Add the red bell peppers to the skillet and cook until tender.
6.Stir cooked chicken and canned pineapple into the skillet containing the bell peppers, and heat through.
7.Serve chicken mixture with warm flour tortillas and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.

PROS

These fajitas are incredibly quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.

They are also packed with flavor and texture, with juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and tender bell peppers.

Furthermore, they are a great source of protein thanks to the chicken.

CONS

The flour tortillas used in this recipe can be high in calories and carbs.

Additionally, canned pineapple often contains added sugar, which can be a concern for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the potential cons, there are also many health benefits to this recipe. Firstly, chicken is a fantastic lean protein that can help to support muscle growth and repair.
Pineapple is loaded with vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C, which is essential for immune function and skin health.
Red bell peppers are rich in antioxidants that can help to protect your cells against damage from free radicals.

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