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Chicken Fajita

Easy and delicious Chicken Fajita
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken Fajita
Servings: 6
Cost: $5.00 to $10.00

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet or skillet, plastic zip lock baggies

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs Chicken breast sliced into 1/2 inch strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Marinade

  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 to 3/4 tsp smoked chili powder
  • 1-2 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped or 1/2 tsp hot red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3/4` tsp oregano

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion, sliced we use yellow onions, use your favorite variety
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into 1/4" strips
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced into 1/4" strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced into 1/4" strips
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1 to 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil use to saute vegetables

Suggested Toppings

  • tortillas, sliced avocados, sour cream, shredded cheese, finely chopped jalapeno peppers, finely chopped onion, lime wedges, and salsa

Instructions

Chicken

  • In a large zip lock baggie combine all of the marinade ingredients. Seal bag and shake gently to combine.
  • Add your sliced chicken, seal tightly, and return to your refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes and up to 8 hours
  • After the meat is marinated heat your cast iron skillet, or skillet of your choosing, over medium heat.
  • Add 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil to skillet and when it is heated add the chicken and all of the ingredients from your marinade zip lock baggie.
  • Saute for 5-10 minutes and turning meat frequently.
  • After chicken has sauteed, remove the chicken to a bowl and cover tightly with foil. Leave all of the remaining marinade in frying pan.

Vegetables

  • Immediately after sauteeing your chicken add up to 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, if needed.
  • Add all vegetables, salt, and sugar to the skillet and saute until tender. Do not overcook.
  • Uncover your chicken and add it to the vegetables. Stir chicken and vegetables together to mix and allow to saute a minute ust to reheat your chicken.
  • Your fajitas are ready. You can make your own easy homemade tortillas or use some that you purchase at the store, add your favorite toppings, serve and enjoy!