Leftover Chicken or Beef Fajitas With Fresh Guacamole

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Leftover Chicken or Beef Fajitas with Fresh Guacamole Recipe
in Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce , to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper , to taste
3 leftover cooked boneless skinless chicken breast halves or 12 ounces leftover cooked beef , cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper , seeded and cut into thin strips
1/2 - 1 red onion , halved and thinly sliced
6 -8 flour tortillas
1 Hass avocado , peeled and pitted
1/2 cup diced canned tomatoes or 1/2 cup salsa
1 teaspoon garlic clove , minced
1/2 lime , juice of ( will prevent discoloration ) ( optional )
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves , chopped
salt , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
400
Sugar
8g
Fat
20g
These leftover chicken or beef fajitas with fresh guacamole are a delicious and easy way to use up any leftover meat you have from previous meals. The tangy and savory flavors of the soy sauce and red wine vinegar pair perfectly with the tender-crisp bell pepper and onion. The warm flour tortillas provide a delightful contrast in texture to the meat and vegetables, while the fresh guacamole adds a creamy and flavorful element to the dish. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time or energy to cook.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, red wine vinegar, honey, hot sauce, and black pepper until well combined.
2.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the leftover chicken or beef, bell pepper, and onion, and cook until heated through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
3.Add the sauce to the skillet and toss to coat the meat and vegetables.
4.Serve the fajitas in warm flour tortillas and top with fresh guacamole.
5.To make the guacamole, in a bowl, mash together avocado, diced canned tomatoes or salsa, minced garlic, lime juice, cilantro leaves, and salt to taste.

PROS

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef and turn it into a quick and easy weeknight meal.

The soy sauce and red wine vinegar bring a tangy and savory flavor to the dish, while the honey adds a touch of sweetness.

The fresh guacamole adds a creamy and vibrant element to the fajitas.

CONS

The flour tortillas and guacamole can add a significant amount of calories and fat to the dish, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you don’t have any leftover chicken or beef, you will need to cook it specifically for this recipe, which can add to the prep time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein from the chicken or beef.
The bell pepper and onion provide fiber and vitamins, while the avocado in the guacamole contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

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