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By Gerald Zeigler
Chicken Fajitas
4 steps
Prep:15minCook:32min
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:30:45 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
33
Low
Glycemic Load
2
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories188.2 kcal (9%)
Total Fat11.7 g (17%)
Carbs6.2 g (2%)
Sugars3.3 g (4%)
Protein14.8 g (30%)
Sodium191.2 mg (10%)
Fiber1.8 g (6%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
8 servings
Instructions
Fajita seasoning
Step 1
![In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper to taste (I like ½ teaspoon), and salt to taste (I like 1 teaspoon). Store in an airtight container.](https://art.whisk.com/image/upload/fl_progressive,h_600,w_600,c_limit,dpr_2.0/v1686026093/v3/user-recipes/9d8a3798cddeb1c4d1753e476973d834.jpg)
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper to taste (I like ½ teaspoon), and salt to taste (I like 1 teaspoon). Store in an airtight container.
Chicken fajitas
Step 2
In a plastic bag, add 2 pounds chicken (breasts or thighs), 3 tablespoons lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of fajita seasoning. Mash until evenly coated. Marinate at least 30 minutes (room temperature) or up to 1 hour (refrigerated).
Step 3
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil until shimmering. Add chicken and cook until crispy and browned on one side, about 8 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the second side and chicken registers 160 degrees, about 8 to 10 minutes longer. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes before cutting into strips (do not discard fat in skillet).
![Skillet](https://art.whisk.com/image/upload/fl_progressive,h_24,w_24,c_fill,dpr_2.0/v1656416593/custom_upload/0fd2f84dc934cdfe6b89dd6bd35876a5.jpg)
Step 4
Meanwhile, to the skillet with the fat over medium-high heat, add 3 bell peppers (sliced) and 1 red onion (sliced) and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Push peppers and onions to one side and add sliced chicken back to skillet for serving. Serve with tortillas, avocado, cilantro (or your favorite toppings)
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