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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
2 packages fajita seasoning (2.8 ounces)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
juice of 2 limes
0.5 teaspoon jalapeno powder
0.5 cup tomatillo salsa
diced chicken
olive oil or vegetable oil
onions
bell peppers
tomatoes
jalapenos
tortilla shells
cheese
cilantro (optional)
lime juice (for topping)
La Yucca Techo green habanero hot sauce

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

Prepare the marinade by combining 2 packages of fajita seasoning, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, juice from 2 limes, 0.5 teaspoon of jalapeno powder, and 0.5 cup of tomatillo salsa in a bowl.

2

Add diced chicken to the marinade mixture and stir to coat.

3

Transfer the marinated chicken into a sealable bag, remove air, and seal. Refrigerate overnight.

4

Chop onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and jalapenos for cooking.

5

Preheat the Blackstone griddle and add oil to the surface.

6

Add chopped onions to the griddle and season with garlic salt. Cook until they begin to soften.

7

Move the onions to the side of the griddle and add the marinated chicken to the hot surface.

8

Combine the chicken with the onions and continue cooking until done.

9

Warm tortilla shells on the griddle using foil.

10

Once cooked, remove the chicken and veggies from the griddle and prepare to assemble the fajitas.

11

Build the fajitas by adding chicken and veggies to a tortilla shell, topping with cheese, jalapenos, lime juice, and hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

slicingsautéingseasoningmixingwarming

Equipment Needed

Blackstone griddlesealable bagbowlknifefoil

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Fajitas de Pollo
Local Name: fajitas de pollo

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