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Chicken Fajitas

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Chicken fajitas are a quick, flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a fiesta. Picture juicy chicken and colorful bell peppers sizzling together, wrapped in warm tortillas with creamy avocado sauce. This recipe is perfect for both cozy weeknights and lively gatherings, where delicious food brings everyone together. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies and spices, these chicken fajitas promise to impress without the fuss.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, green)
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 ripe avocado (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Chop bell peppers and onion.
  2. In a bowl, mix cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken strips evenly with this spice mix.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Stir in bell peppers and onion; sauté for an additional 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Warm tortillas on another skillet or in the microwave.
  6. Assemble the fajitas by loading warm tortillas with the chicken-veggie mixture and add avocado slices if desired.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita (approx. 180g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg