Easy Fajita Chicken Tender Packets

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3

Easy Fajita Chicken Tender Packets recipe perfect for a mid-week meal

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb chicken tenders
	1 medium red bell peppers or 1 medium green bell pepper , cut in strips
	1 small onion , sliced in rings
	1 package fajita seasoning mix
	8 flour flour tortillas , fajita size

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

505

Sugar

Fat

These easy fajita chicken tender packets are a great way to enjoy the flavors of fajitas without the hassle of grilling or sautéing. The chicken and vegetables are baked in aluminum foil packets, which keeps the ingredients tender and moist. To make this recipe even easier, use a premade fajita seasoning mix instead of making your spice blend from scratch. Serve with warmed flour tortillas and your favorite toppings for a healthy, flavorful mid-week meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Cut four 12x12-inch (30x30 cm) squares of aluminum foil and lay them out on a flat surface. Place one quarter of the chicken, peppers, and onion in the center of each square.
3.	Sprinkle one quarter of the fajita seasoning mix over each chicken and vegetable pile.
4.	Fold up the packets by bringing up the sides and crimping the edges, then folding in the ends to create a tight seal.
5.	Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
6.	Serve the chicken tender packets with warmed flour tortillas for wrapping.

PROS

Easy to make with minimal cleanup, these fajita chicken tender packets are a flavorful and healthy meal option.
The foil packets keep the ingredients moist and flavorful, and the fajita seasoning adds a burst of flavor to the dish.

CONS

If you don’t like peppers or onions, this recipe may not be for you.
Additionally, some fajita seasoning mixes can be high in sodium, so you may need to adjust this recipe to your liking.
Lastly, the flour tortillas add extra calories and carbohydrates to the meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is low in fat, making it a healthy choice for any meal. The red bell peppers in this recipe are high in vitamin C, which can boost your immune system and help ward off sickness. Additionally, the onions in this dish are a good source of dietary fiber, which can help with digestion and weight management.