Chicken Fajita Pitas Recipe

Name: Chicken Fajita Pitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large whole wheat pita bread; 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans; 5 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips; 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning mix (or to taste); ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional); 3 -4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 large onions, sliced into strips; 1 large bell pepper (use red or green, seeded and cut into strips); 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream; 1 cup grated cheese (use a Mexi-blend or cheddar cheese, or to taste); 1 cup sliced ripe olives (optional or to taste); 2 medium firm tomatoes, finely chopped; shredded lettuce

Servings: persons

4 large whole wheat pita bread
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
5 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
1 tablespoon fajita seasoning mix (or to taste)
½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
3 -4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 large onions, sliced into strips
1 large bell pepper (use red or green, seeded and cut into strips)
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup grated cheese (use a Mexi-blend or cheddar cheese, or to taste)
1 cup sliced ripe olives (optional or to taste)
2 medium firm tomatoes, finely chopped
shredded lettuce

1
Set oven to 325 degrees.
2
In a bowl toss the chicken strips with the fajita spice mix and garlic powder (if using) toss to coat; set aside.
3
Slice the pitas in half; spread about 1/4-cup of the refried beans on each half, place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
4
Cover foil and bake for about 10-15 minutes.
5
Meanwhile heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add in the chicken strips and saute for about 5-6 minutes.
6
Add in the onion slices and bell pepper slices; sate for about 3 minutes or until the chicken is done.
7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Spoon the mixture equally between the 8 bean-filled warmed pitas.
9
Top with sour cream, shredded cheddar, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce and olives.

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* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large whole wheat pita bread, 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans, 5 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips, 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning mix (or to taste), and more.

Yes, Chicken Fajita Pitas 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!

Chicken Fajita Pitas

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Variations & substitutions

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