Leftover Shredded Beef (Or Chicken Or Shrimp) Fajit

Name: Leftover Shredded Beef (Or Chicken Or Shrimp) Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 lb chicken breasts (raw, sliced) or 1 lb shrimp (or a combination of the three); 1 (10 ounce) bottle teriyaki sauce; 1 onion, sliced; 1 green pepper, sliced; shredded lettuce; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; flour tortilla (store bought or homemade, see below); guacamole (optional); sour cream (optional); salsa; Homemade Tortillas; 4 cups flour; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups water

Servings: persons

1 1 lb chicken breasts (raw, sliced) or 1 lb shrimp (or a combination of the three)
1 (10 ounce) bottle teriyaki sauce
1 onion, sliced
1 green pepper, sliced
shredded lettuce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
flour tortilla (store bought or homemade, see below)
guacamole (optional)
sour cream (optional)
salsa
Homemade Tortillas
4 cups flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups water

1
Mix onion, pepper, and meat in a shallow dish and cover with teriyaki sauce. Marinate for several hours.
2
Grill or pan fry until heated through or cooked thoroughly.
3
Serve with tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
4
Each person assembles their own fajitas by putting meat/vegetable mixture and topping with their choice of condiments, rolling up the tortilla and eating by hand. Be careful not to overload the tortilla.
5
Tortillas:
6
Mix all ingredients.
7
Form into golf ball size balls. Roll out flat into a circle.
8
Cook on each side in a dry non-stick pan until starting to brown. DO NOT OVERCOOK. The tortillas cook quickly and it is easy to burn them if you turn away.

926

kcal

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Fat

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 1 lb chicken breasts (raw, sliced) or 1 lb shrimp (or a combination of the three), 1 (10 ounce) bottle teriyaki sauce, 1 onion, sliced, 1 green pepper, sliced, and more.

Yes, Leftover Shredded Beef (Or Chicken Or Shrimp) Fajitas falls under the Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Leftover Shredded Beef (Or Chicken Or Shrimp) Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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