A healthy and delicious version of this popular Tex-Mex dish.
Chicken fajitas are one of my family’s favorite recipes. I personally love to make it because it can be made in so many ways and it is easily to make. You can make them in a frying pan, grill them, or even back them on a cooking sheet. You can put them in a tortilla or serve it on rice. Heck, it is delicious on its own.
AuthorChuckHThis recipe is a quick, healthy recipe that is nutritious and your family will love it.
Ingredients:
Directions:
Slice chicken breasts in thin sliced in strips. Place chicken in a medium mixing bowl. Add 1 tsp of olive oil. Add 2 tsp of fajita seasoning. Add 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/4 tsp of black pepper. Mix well and allow to sit for 10 minutes as the chicken marinades.
Heat medium pain on medium heat. Add 1 tsp of olive oil. Cook chicken strips for 3-4 minutes. After 3-4 minutes, stir strips. Cook for another 3 minutes. Place chicken on plate. Save pan.
In same pan, add 2 tsp olive oil and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add peppers and onions. Cook for 4-6 minutes. Stir frequently. When slightly soft, add 2 tsp of fajita seasoning. Stir well and add chicken. Cook for 3-4 minutes stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
Heat Tortillas 15-20 seconds per side. Place in foil to keep warm.
Plate chicken mixture. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro if desired. Add cheese as needed.
Enjoy!
4 servings
2 fajita
- Amount per serving
- Calories373.3
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19.4g25%
- Saturated Fat 4.4g23%
- Trans Fat 0g
- Cholesterol 64mg22%
- Sodium 915mg40%
- Total Carbohydrate 41.1g15%
- Dietary Fiber 23.9g86%
- Total Sugars 1.4g
- Protein 31.6g
- Potassium 304mg7%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
- This recipe has less than 400 calories per serving. I often serve it with pickled jalapeños, guacamole, and sour cream. This add both calories and flavor.
- This recipe is high in carbs but is also very high in fiber.
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