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Chicken Fajitas

Cultural Context

Fajitas originated in the Tex-Mex cuisine of the United States, but they are inspired by traditional Mexican cooking. The dish typically features grilled meat served with sautéed peppers and onions, wrapped in tortillas. It has become popular for its vibrant flavors and customizable nature, allowing for various fillings and toppings.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound to 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts
3 bell peppers
1 onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 package taco seasoning
cheese
sour cream

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often more flavorful and less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically less expensive.

1

Clean the bell peppers and wash them.

2

Cut the peppers into long strips.

3

Cut the chicken into nice strips.

4

Place the chicken on top of the vegetables.

5

Add the taco seasoning to the mixture.

6

Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of olive oil over everything.

7

Stir everything up until nicely coated.

8

Cover the mixture with saran wrap and refrigerate for about 4 to 4.5 hours to marinate.

9

Lay the mixture onto a cookie sheet lined with tin foil.

10

Cook in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 minutes.

11

Check the chicken's temperature with a thermometer, ensuring it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

12

Place a flat out protein wrap on a plate and sprinkle a little cheese onto it.

13

Add the fajita mixture with chicken and vegetables onto the wrap.

14

Add a dollop of sour cream on top of the mixture.

15

Wrap it up and serve.

Cooking Techniques

slicingsautéingseasoningmixingwarming

Equipment Needed

cookie sheettin foilsaran wrapthermometer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Also Known As

Fajitas de Pollo
Local Name: fajitas de pollo

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