Chicken Fajita Noodles | Dinner | Pakistani Recipes | Hina Barkat

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

fajita seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: taco seasoning

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and cost.

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat offers more fiber; spaghetti is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced chicken breast and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in fajita seasoning and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Add sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Meanwhile, boil egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain.

Combine cooked noodles with the chicken and vegetable mixture in the skillet.

Mix thoroughly and cook for 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Remove from heat and drizzle with lime juice.

Garnish with chopped cilantro, cheese, jalapeños, and avocado slices.

Serve with sour cream on the side.

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