Chicken Fajitas With Lime, Garlic And Bell Peppers

Name: Chicken Fajitas With Lime, Garlic And Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in 1-1/2-inch x 1/2-inch strips; 1/4 cup lime juice (1-2 limes); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced; 1 cup green bell pepper, sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, up to 1/2 teaspoon; 4 large flour tortillas, warmed; 8 teaspoons low-fat sour cream (optional); salsa (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in 1-1/2-inch x 1/2-inch strips
1/4 cup lime juice (1-2 limes)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup green bell pepper, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper, up to 1/2 teaspoon
4 large flour tortillas, warmed
8 teaspoons low-fat sour cream (optional)
salsa (optional)

1
MARINATE CHICKEN FOR 30 MINUTES.
2
Mix lime juice and minced garlic in 2-quart Ziploc bag.
3
Add chicken strips to marinade bag. Marinate for 30 minutes in refrigerator, turning periodically to distribute marinade.
4
STIRFRY.
5
Heat olive oil in heavy frying pan over medium-high heat.
6
Pour in chicken and marinade sauce. Stirfry for 5-7 minutes.
7
Remove chicken to plate and keep warm.
8
Drain excess liquid from skillet, if necessary.
9
Add bell pepper strips and remaining garlic to frying pan and stirfry for 5 minutes or until peppers are tender.
10
Sprinkle bell pepper and garlic with cumin, salt and ground red pepper.
11
Add chicken back to frying pan and stirfry 1-2 minutes.
12
ASSEMBLE BURRITOS.
13
Spread 1 teaspoon sour cream (optional) on one side of each tortilla. Spoon stirfry mixture evenly over sour cream.
14
Fold bottom of tortilla and roll up sides.
15
Serve with salsa, if desired.
16
Serves 2 hearty appetites, or 4 dainty portions.

871

kcal

Calories

Fat

135

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.
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: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut in 1-1/2-inch x 1/2-inch strips, 1/4 cup lime juice (1-2 limes), 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fajitas With Lime, Garlic And Bell Peppers 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!