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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
1.5 pounds chicken breasts
4 tablespoons olive oil
half a medium onion
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 cup corn
tortillas

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

Slice 1.5 pounds of chicken breasts into small strips.

2

Mix the chicken with your choice of fajita seasoning.

3

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in 4 tablespoons of olive oil.

4

Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook completely.

5

Remove the chicken and reserve it for later.

6

Slice half a medium onion into long slices and add to the same skillet, cooking over medium heat for about 3 minutes.

7

Slice 1 red bell pepper and 1 green bell pepper.

8

Add the sliced peppers and 1 cup of corn to the skillet and stir until the peppers become tender.

9

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and stir thoroughly.

10

Tuck the fajita mix into a warm tortilla and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

slicingsautéingseasoningmixingwarming

Equipment Needed

skilletknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Also Known As

Fajitas de Pollo
Local Name: fajitas de pollo

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