Fast Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Name: Fast Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. chicken cutlets; 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 tsp. chili powder; Coarse salt; ground pepper; 3 bell peppers; 1 medium red onion; 4 clove garlic; 8 flour tortillas; fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 c. reduced-fat sour cream; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. chicken cutlets
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 tsp. chili powder
Coarse salt
ground pepper
3 bell peppers
1 medium red onion
4 clove garlic
8 flour tortillas
fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 c. reduced-fat sour cream
Lime wedges

1
Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat.
2
Arrange chicken on a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil; rub with 1 tablespoon oil.
3
Sprinkle with chili powder, and season with salt and pepper.
4
Broil, without turning, until chicken is opaque throughout, 5 to 7 minutes.
5
Remove from oven; set aside.
6
On another rimmed baking sheet lined with foil, toss peppers, onion, garlic, and remaining tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper.
7
Broil, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender and slightly charred, 6 to 8 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, thinly slice chicken crosswise.
9
Stack and wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel; microwave on high until warm, about 1 minute.
10
Transfer chicken and pepper mixture to a platter, and serve with tortillas, cilantro, sour cream, and lime wedges.

1169

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 lb. chicken cutlets, 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 tsp. chili powder, Coarse salt, and more.

Yes, Fast 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.

Fast Chicken Fajitas

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