Easy Chicken Fajita Marinade | Quick 20 Minute Recipe!

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a similar flavor.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a more affordable citrus alternative.

fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor at a lower cost.

Combine olive oil in a bowl.

Microwave a room temperature lime for a few seconds to release juices, then squeeze the lime into the bowl.

Add salt to the bowl to help brine the chicken and absorb spices.

Add garlic powder to the mixture.

Add chili powder to the mixture.

Add paprika to the mixture.

Add chili flakes to the mixture.

Add oregano to the mixture, preferably Mexican oregano.

Add cumin to the mixture.

Mix the marinade with a fork until well combined; note that the marinade is thick.

Adjust the thickness of the marinade by adding more olive oil or lime juice if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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