Fajita Lime Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Fajita Lime Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder; 1- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Onion Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Adobo Powder; Kosher Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper, To Taste; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice; 6 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1 Large Vidalia Onions, Quartered And Thinly Sliced Crosswise; 1 Large Red Bell Pepper, Cored, Seeded, And Cut Into Strips; 3 cloves Garlic, Smashed And Minced

Servings: persons

1- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
1- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Onion Powder
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoons Adobo Powder
Kosher Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper, To Taste
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
2 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
6 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 Large Vidalia Onions, Quartered And Thinly Sliced Crosswise
1 Large Red Bell Pepper, Cored, Seeded, And Cut Into Strips
3 cloves Garlic, Smashed And Minced

1
Heat you grill to 350 F.
2
Mix the chili powder, cumin, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, adobo powder, salt and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
3
Add half of the olive oil and half of the lime juice into the bowl and mix to make a paste.
4
Rub the chicken on both sides with the spice rub.
5
Put the chicken onto the hot grill.
6
Grill the chicken until cooked through flipping once.
7
Cook time should be about 4-5 minutes per side depending on the thickness of your chicken breast.
8
When done remove them from the grill to a clean plate.
9
Cover loosely with foil, and keep warm
10
Meanwhile, heat the remaining half of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Add the onion, bell pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
12
Cook, stirring occasionally, just until the vegetables begin to soften, 3 to 4 minutes.
13
Stir in the garlic.
14
Stir in the remaining half of the lime juice.
15
Transfer to a bowl, cover loosely with foil, and keep warm.
16
Serve the chicken alongside the peppers and onions.
17
You can serve them with your favorite Mexican rice dish or slice chicken and serve in warm tortillas.

432

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Protein

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder, 1- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin, 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, 1/2 teaspoons Onion Powder, and more.

Yes, Fajita Lime Grilled Chicken 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.

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Fajita Lime Grilled Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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