Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico with this delicious Chicken Fajitas recipe. Bursting with bold flavors and tender marinated chicken, these sizzling fajitas offer a delightful Tex-Mex experience that the whole family will love. With colorful bell peppers and onions adding a burst of freshness, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create a memorable fiesta right in your own kitchen. Embrace the sizzle and aroma of the fajitas cooking, and enjoy the fiesta of flavors that await you in every mouthful.
Sizzling Chicken Fajitas - A Flavorful Tex-Mex Fiesta
Marinated with a zesty blend of spices and lime juice, the thinly sliced chicken becomes tender and full of flavor. Sautéed bell peppers and onions add a burst of color and freshness to the sizzling fajitas. Assembling your own fajitas with warm tortillas and a variety of optional toppings like cheese, guacamole, and salsa makes for a fun and customizable dining experience. Embrace the aroma and sizzle of this Tex-Mex delight and indulge in the fiesta of flavors with every bite.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- ziplock bag
- large skillet
- tongs
- serving plate
Ingredients
- olive oil
- garlic
- paprika
- ground cumin
- coriander
- chili powder
- oregano
- salt and black pepper
- boneless chicken
- onion
- vegetable oil
- flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.
- Place the thinly sliced chicken in a Ziplock bag or an airtight container.Pour the marinade over the chicken and ensure it is evenly coated. Seal the bag or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.Once the pan is hot, add the marinated chicken slices and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and slightly charred. Use tongs to flip the chicken for even cooking.
- Push the cooked chicken to one side of the pan and add the thinly sliced bell peppers and onions to the other side.
- Sauté the peppers and onions for 2-3 minutes, until they are tender-crisp.
- Warm the flour tortillas according to the package instructions.
- Serve the sizzling chicken fajitas with warm tortillas and optional toppings like shredded cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, sliced jalapenos, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Allow everyone to assemble their own fajitas by spooning the chicken, peppers, and onions onto the tortillas and adding their preferred toppings.
- Roll up the tortillas and savor the explosion of flavors in each delicious bite.
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Notes
- For extra convenience, you can use store-bought fajita seasoning instead of preparing the marinade from scratch.
- Feel free to customize the toppings to suit your taste preferences and create the perfect fajita experience for you and your guests.
Nutrition
Serving: 900g
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