Sriracha Chicken Fajitas

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 12
Sriracha Chicken Fajitas with Avocado
in Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup sriracha chili-garlic sauce , divided
1 garlic clove , minced
1/4 cup water , divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet onion , sliced
1 sweet pepper , seeded and sliced into thin strips ( yellow , green or red )
2 Hass avocadoes
2 2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 large flour tortillas
cheddar cheese ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
449
Sugar
5g
Fat
20g
Sriracha Chicken Fajitas are a Mexican-inspired dish with a spicy twist. Made with boneless skinless chicken breast, sweet onions, and sweet peppers, they are packed with flavor and nutrients. This recipe features a homemade avocado salsa made with lemon juice or cider vinegar that adds a refreshing burst of flavor. Sriracha chili-garlic sauce adds a spicy kick to this dish, making it perfect for those who love heat. Serve these fajitas with cheddar cheese (optional) and warm flour tortillas for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Rub chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce and minced garlic. Place chicken in a baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes or until fully cooked.
3.While chicken is cooking, heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add sliced onions and peppers. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
4.While vegetables are cooking, prepare avocado salsa. Remove the skin and pit from the avocados and mash in a bowl with lemon juice or cider vinegar until desired consistency is reached. Set aside.
5.Once chicken is cooked, remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
6.Add sliced chicken to skillet with cooked vegetables along with remaining 2 tablespoons of sriracha sauce and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is heated through.
7.Warm tortillas in a microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute before assembling fajitas.
8.Assemble fajitas with chicken and vegetable mixture, avocado salsa, and cheddar cheese (optional). Enjoy!

PROS

These Sriracha Chicken Fajitas are a flavorful and satisfying meal with a spicy kick and healthy ingredients like avocado and peppers.

They can be prepared in under 45 minutes and make a great weeknight dinner.

CONS

Sriracha sauce can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount according to your preferences.

This recipe calls for boneless skinless chicken breast halves, which can be more expensive than other cuts of chicken.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe features healthy ingredients like avocados, sweet onions, and sweet peppers.
Avocados are a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and potassium, while sweet onions and sweet peppers contain antioxidants and vitamins C and A.
Sriracha sauce may also have health benefits, with studies linking it to a potential boost in metabolism and pain relief.

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