Chicken Fajitas With Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe

Name: Chicken Fajitas With Fresh Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 ounce fajita seasoning mix; 1 yellow pepper medium, seeded and cut into wide strips; 1 green pepper medium, seeded and cut into wide strips; 1 red onion large, cut into thin wedges; 12 flour tortillas warmed; 3 tomatoes medium ripe, chopped; 1/2 red onion small, finely chopped; 1 red chili pepper finely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro finely

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ounce fajita seasoning mix
1 yellow pepper medium, seeded and cut into wide strips
1 green pepper medium, seeded and cut into wide strips
1 red onion large, cut into thin wedges
12 flour tortillas warmed
3 tomatoes medium ripe, chopped
1/2 red onion small, finely chopped
1 red chili pepper finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro finely

1
Place chicken in a large glass bowl. Add lemon juice and 1 tbsp of the oil; toss to combine. Add seasoning mix; toss to coat chicken. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate. For the tomato salsa, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
2
Toss peppers, onion and remaining 1 tbsp oil in a medium bowl. Preheat a grill pan to medium-high or preheat the grill on medium. Grill vegetables, in batches, for 3-5 mins or until tender. Transfer to a bowl; cover with foil to keep warm.
3
Grill chicken for 3-4 mins each side or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Cover with foil; let stand for 5 mins.
4
Arrange chicken and vegetables on a platter. Serve with warm tortillas and salsa.

1494

kcal

Calories

Fat

240

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 ounce fajita seasoning mix, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fajitas With Fresh Tomato Salsa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Fajitas With Fresh Tomato Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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