Weeknight Chicken Fajitas For Two Recipe

Name: Weeknight Chicken Fajitas For Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon dried cilantro flakes; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons marinade for chicken; 4 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1/8 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional; 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each), cut into strips; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced; 4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed; Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce and tomatoes

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried cilantro flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons marinade for chicken
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each), cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce and tomatoes

1
Combine the seasonings; set aside 1 tablespoon. Add 2 tablespoons oil, marinade for chicken, juices and Liquid Smoke if desired to remaining mixture; pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally.
2
Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.
3
In the same skillet, saute the onion, red pepper and reserved seasonings in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Spoon chicken and vegetables onto tortillas; fold in sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

625

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon dried cilantro flakes, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and pepper, and more.

Yes, Weeknight Chicken Fajitas For Two 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.

Weeknight Chicken Fajitas For Two

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