Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Name: Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 limes, juice of; ¼ cup tequila (optional); ¼ cup olive oil; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon cumin; 1 lb chicken breast, boneless skinless; 1 red bell pepper, cored and seeded; 1 green bell pepper, cored and seeded; 1 -2 anaheim chili, cored and seeded; 1 red onion, peeled

Servings: persons

2 limes, juice of
¼ cup tequila (optional)
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon cumin
1 lb chicken breast, boneless skinless
1 red bell pepper, cored and seeded
1 green bell pepper, cored and seeded
1 -2 anaheim chili, cored and seeded
1 red onion, peeled

1
In a small bowl, combine lime juice, tequila, oil, cilantro, soy, garlic, oregano and cumin.
2
Set aside.
3
Slice chicken into bite-size strips.
4
Pour marinade over chicken strips and marinate, covered, overnight.
5
Drain well, reserving marinade.
6
Slice pepper, chiles and onion into thin strips.
7
Brush a non-stick pan with 1-2 Tbsp of the marinade.
8
Add vegetables and cook over medium heat until tender-cristp, about 5-7 minutes.
9
Remove to platter and keep warm.
10
Again brush skillet with marinade and add chicken strips.
11
Stir-fry over medicum head fr 5-7 minutes or until done.
12
Serve fajitas with warm corn or flour tortillas, vegetarian refried beans, chopped tomatoes, chopped cilantro, salsa and guacamole.

449

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 limes, juice of, ¼ cup tequila (optional), ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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