Low Carb Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Name: Low Carb Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FAJITAS; 2 lbs chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon basil; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; CRISP; 4 ounces cream cheese; 2 eggs; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; PEPPERS; 1/2 small green bell pepper; 1/2 small yellow bell pepper; 1/2 small red bell pepper; 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder; 1 jalapeno; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

FAJITAS
2 lbs chicken breasts
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
CRISP
4 ounces cream cheese
2 eggs
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
PEPPERS
1/2 small green bell pepper
1/2 small yellow bell pepper
1/2 small red bell pepper
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1 jalapeno
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
Mix the ingredients for the fajitas together in a bowl, minus the chicken. Slice the chicken into strips. Add the chicken to the mix and stir until all chicken is coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Mix several times.
2
Mix the crisp ingredients and press into an oiled 9x13 pan.Bake at 350 for 25 minutes, or until just starting to brown.
3
While the crisp is cooking, mix the peppers. Let it marinate while the crisp is baking.
4
Once the crisp is done, remove from oven and let it cool.
5
Meanwhile, cook the chicken. Once the chicken is cooked through, add the peppers and cook until the chicken browns.
6
Slice the crisp and serve the fajita mix over it. Add cheese and sour cream, if you like.

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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

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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FAJITAS, 2 lbs chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder, and more.

Yes, Low Carb 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.

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Low Carb Chicken Fajitas

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Variations & substitutions

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