Garlic Onion Chicken Fajitas With Lime Recipe

Name: Garlic Onion Chicken Fajitas With Lime
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup lime juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic; 1 teaspoon dried minced onion; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro leaves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips; 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Servings: persons

1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 onion, thinly sliced
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas

1
Whisk orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, dried onion, oregano, cilantro, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until marinade is smooth. Measure out 1/4 cup of the marinade and set aside. Pour remaining marinade into a resealable plastic bag, place chicken in the bag, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
2
Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess; discard remaining marinade.
3
Cook and stir chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat until lightly browned and cooked through, 3 to 7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate. Cook and stir pepper and onion in the same skillet with reserved 1/4 cup of marinade until vegetables are tender and liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes. Return chicken to skillet; cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Spoon chicken mixture into tortillas.

1109

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Garlic Onion Chicken Fajitas With Lime 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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Garlic Onion Chicken Fajitas With Lime

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Variations & substitutions

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