Contest-Winning Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Name: Contest-Winning Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup lime juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips; 3 small zucchini, julienned; 2 small yellow summer squash, julienned; 2 medium green peppers, julienned; 2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned; 12 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed

Servings: persons

3/4 cup lime juice
1/2 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
3 small zucchini, julienned
2 small yellow summer squash, julienned
2 medium green peppers, julienned
2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned
12 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed

1
In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; divide the mixture between two large resealable plastic bags. Add chicken to one and vegetables to the other; seal bags and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours, turning bags occasionally.
2
Drain and discard marinade from chicken and vegetables. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute chicken for 6-7 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. Remove chicken and keep warm. In the same skillet. Saute vegetables for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
3
Spoon chicken and vegetables onto tortillas; fold in sides. Serve immediately.

1568

kcal

Calories

Fat

266

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3/4 cup lime juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Contest-Winning 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.

Contest-Winning Chicken Fajitas

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