Chevy'S Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Name: Chevy'S Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade; 1/3 cup achiote paste; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1/4 cup pineapple juice (Frozen just OK, fresh is much better); 2 tablespoons finely diced yellow onions; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1 bay leaf; Spice Rub; 1/4 cup paprika; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons white pepper; 2 tablespoons black pepper; 2 tablespoons granulated garlic; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 tablespoons Mexican oregano; Fajitas; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

Servings: persons

Marinade
1/3 cup achiote paste
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup pineapple juice (Frozen just OK, fresh is much better)
2 tablespoons finely diced yellow onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 bay leaf
Spice Rub
1/4 cup paprika
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons white pepper
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 tablespoons Mexican oregano
Fajitas
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts

1
Place all marinade ingredients except bay leaf in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth.
2
Add bay leaf and reserve.
3
Mix spice rub ingredients.
4
Wash chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels.
5
Transfer 2 TBS of the spice rub to a small bowl. Rub the breasts on both sides with the spice rub. Save remaining spice rub in an airtight container.
6
Put the coated breasts in a plastic bag and pour in the reserved marinade. Marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
7
Prepare an outdoor grill or grill pan. Spray the grill or pan with cooking spray.
8
Grill the breasts until cooked through.
9
Serve with sauteed green, red, and yellow peppers and white onions seasoned before cooking with one TBS of the spice rub.

610

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade, 1/3 cup achiote paste, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chevy'S Chicken Fajitas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chevy'S Chicken Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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