Leftover Chicken Or Beef Fajitas With Fresh Guacamo

Name: Leftover Chicken Or Beef Fajitas With Fresh Guacamole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste; 3 (4 ounce) leftover cooked boneless skinless chicken breast halves or 12 ounces leftover cooked beef, cut into thin strips; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips; 1/2 - 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced; 6 -8 flour tortillas; 1 Hass avocado, peeled and pitted; 1/2 cup diced canned tomatoes or 1/2 cup salsa; 1 teaspoon garlic clove, minced; 1/2 lime, juice of (will prevent discoloration) (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste
3 (4 ounce) leftover cooked boneless skinless chicken breast halves or 12 ounces leftover cooked beef, cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
1/2 - 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
6 -8 flour tortillas
1 Hass avocado, peeled and pitted
1/2 cup diced canned tomatoes or 1/2 cup salsa
1 teaspoon garlic clove, minced
1/2 lime, juice of (will prevent discoloration) (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
salt, to taste

1
In a shallow dish, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, corn syrup, hot sauce, and pepper. Add leftover meat strips, bell peppers and onion and toss to coat.
2
Set a large greased stove-top grill pan over medium-medium high heat.
3
Grill meats and veggies 5 to 7 minutes, drizzling any remaining juices over the top, until vegetables are cooked to your liking and meat is heated through.
4
Transfer mixture to a serving platter.
5
Meanwhile, warm tortillas in the microwave or according to package directions.
6
To make the guacamole, in a zip-top bag or medium bowl, mash avocado lightly.
7
Then add tomato, garlic, lime juice and cilantro and combine.
8
Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.
9
Serve fajitas with guacamole, some sour cream, and salsa on the side.

729

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, to taste, and more.

Yes, Leftover Chicken Or Beef Fajitas With Fresh Guacamole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Leftover Chicken Or Beef Fajitas With Fresh Guacamole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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