Magic Chicken, Beef Or Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Name: Magic Chicken, Beef Or Shrimp Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 - 1 3/4-1 lb steak or 3/4-1 lb shrimp, cut in strips against grain; oil (enough to coat meat); 1 (5 g) packet Sazon Goya seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 2 -3 teaspoons paprika; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 -2 tablespoon black pepper; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 -2 teaspoon oregano; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; lime juice (just enough to coat meat); 1 dash tequila; 1/2 red onion, sliced; 1/2 green pepper, sliced; 1/2 red pepper, sliced; flour tortillas or corn tortilla

Servings: persons

3/4 - 1 3/4-1 lb steak or 3/4-1 lb shrimp, cut in strips against grain
oil (enough to coat meat)
1 (5 g) packet Sazon Goya seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 -3 teaspoons paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 -2 tablespoon black pepper
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cumin
1 -2 teaspoon oregano
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
lime juice (just enough to coat meat)
1 dash tequila
1/2 red onion, sliced
1/2 green pepper, sliced
1/2 red pepper, sliced
flour tortillas or corn tortilla

1
Cut meat in strips (against the grain) and place in medium sized freezer bag.
2
Drizzle enough oil over the meat to coat and shake bag.
3
Add all all seasonings to bag, shake to coat meat.
4
Add enough lime juice to coat meat, plus dash of tequila.
5
Marinade (ideal time for steak or chicken-- 1 1/2 -2 hours, shrimp-- no more than 30 minutes).
6
Heat cast iron skillet on medium-high until smoking, add approximately 1/4 of the meat plus onion and peppers and sear for approximately 3-5 minutes. If cooking just chicken or shrimp, you may need to add a small amount of oil (1 tsp). Do not overcrowd the skillet or you will not achieve a good sear.
7
Continue cooking the rest of the fajitas in small batches. Serve with tortillas and accompaniments.

281

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 - 1 3/4-1 lb steak or 3/4-1 lb shrimp, cut in strips against grain, oil (enough to coat meat), 1 (5 g) packet Sazon Goya seasoning, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Magic Chicken, Beef 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!

Magic Chicken, Beef Or Shrimp Fajitas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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