Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Name: Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 2 cloves garlic; 1 cup packed cilantro leaves; 1/2 jalapeno, seeded; Salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; Salt and pepper; Cayenne; 10 flour tortillas

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 cloves garlic
1 cup packed cilantro leaves
1/2 jalapeno, seeded
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
Salt and pepper
Cayenne
10 flour tortillas

1
Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness between two sheets of plastic wrap with a mallet or rolling pin.
2
Place chicken breasts in glass baking dish.
3
In a blender combine oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, jalapeno and salt and pepper.
4
Blend until smooth and pour over chicken.
5
Cover with plastic wrap and let chicken marinate for 30 minutes.
6
In a large skillet over medium heat oil.
7
Add onions and peppers and cook until they are tender and begin to brown.
8
In a 9x13 glass baking dish toss potatoes with oil and seasonings.
9
bake in 375 degree oven until crispy, about 30 minutes.
10
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
11
Heat a cast iron grill pan or an outdoor grill.
12
Toast flour tortillas for about 30 seconds per side and keep warm in an aluminum foil pocket.
13
Grill the chicken on each side for 4-5 minutes.
14
To serve slice chicken into even strips.
15
Serve hot with onions and peppers, potatoes, grated jack cheese, salsa and sour cream.

1451

kcal

Calories

Fat

211

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons lime juice, 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, 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.

Chicken Fajitas

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