Preppy Chicken Fajitas

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 6
Juicy and flavorful Preppy Chicken Fajitas recipe
in Main

Prep

70 min (including marinating time)

Cook

20 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces per person boneless skinless chicken breasts , sliced into thin strips
2 green peppers , julienned
1 yellow onion , julienned
1 -2 tablespoon oil
1/2 cup key lime juice ( I prefer Nellie and Joe 's Famous Key West Lime Juice )
1 pickled jalapeno pepper , seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 cup dried cilantro
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
salsa ( to garnish , I prefer Herdez Salsa Verde )
sour cream ( to garnish )
fajita tortilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
469
Sugar
6g
Fat
14g
Preppy Chicken Fajitas is a classic Tex-Mex dish that has a loyal following worldwide. This recipe starts with marinating chicken in lime juice and spices for maximum flavor and tenderness. The combination of peppers and onions with succulent chicken strips served in warm tortillas makes for a satisfying meal any night of the week. You can easily customize this recipe to suit your spice preference by adjusting the amount of jalapeno pepper used.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, jalapeno pepper, garlic, dried cilantro, black pepper, cumin, oregano, and salt.
2.Add chicken strips into the mixture and marinate for at least an hour in the refrigerator.
3.Heat oil over medium-high heat in a skillet and stir in the green peppers and onions.
4.Cook until the vegetables are crisp and tender, then add the chicken strips and marinade into the skillet.
5.Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the chicken strips are fully cooked.
6.Serve fajita mixture in the warm tortillas and garnish with salsa and sour cream.

PROS

These chicken fajitas are perfectly seasoned and packed with protein.
They are a great way to add some excitement and flavor to your usual dinner routine.

CONS

Fajitas can contain a lot of sodium if using pre-made seasoning packets.
This recipe requires some prep time to marinate the chicken, but it’s well worth the wait.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, which is essential for tissue repair and growth. Peppers are loaded with vitamin C, which helps protect cells from damage and promotes healthy skin.

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