Best Southwest Chicken Fajitas Recipes

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FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS

This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! -Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16



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Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate for 1-4 hours. , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute peppers and onions in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Return pepper mixture to pan; heat through. , Spoon filling down the center of tortillas; fold in half. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole, sliced red onions and sour cream

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA MASON JAR SALAD

Southwestern chicken fajita salad is the perfect grab-and-go lunch that requires minimal added effort, plus it's a well-balanced meal with wholesome, real ingredients. Simply toss all of the ingredients together in a baking pan, then put it in the oven, set the timer, and walk away. You can enjoy the fajita mixture warm with a tortilla and rice, or, in this case, cold by incorporating it into a salad.

Provided by Min Kwon, M.S., R.D.

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9



Southwestern Chicken Fajita Mason Jar Salad image

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini and onions to a large baking sheet. Drizzle the oil and seasoning blend over the mixture and stir to coat. Bake uncovered until the chicken is cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • To assemble, split the fajita mixture, sweet potatoes and greens in that order among four mason jars. These jars will keep for 3 to 5 days. Place the avocado, cheese, cilantro, lime juice and sour cream if using on top of the greens the morning of.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 29 milligrams, Sodium 385 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 8 grams

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 red bell peppers, sliced 2 zucchini, sliced
1 yellow onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fajita seasoning blend (no added sodium)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium roasted sweet potatoes, diced
3 cups greens of choice, such as spring mix
Serving suggestions: avocado, cheese, cilantro, lime juice and sour cream, optional

BAKED CHICKEN FAJITAS

I can't remember when or where I found this oven-baked fajitas recipe, but I've used it nearly every week since. We like it with hot sauce for added spice. -Amy Trinkle, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11



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Steps:

  • In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, combine the chicken, tomatoes, onion and peppers. Combine the oil, chili powder, cumin and salt. Drizzle over chicken mixture; toss to coat. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Spoon onto tortillas; fold or roll tortillas to serve. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 medium onion, cut into thin strips
1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: Sliced avocado, tomato wedges and lime wedges

BEST SOUTHWEST CHICKEN FAJITAS

This recipe came from my friend Gaye and started as chicken breast sandwiches but here in the Southwest we have to change it to a regional thing....

Provided by Kim Brooks

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9



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Steps:

  • 1. Place olive oil and vinegar in bowl or casserole dish. wire whisk until blended. Add remaining spices. Blend. Place chicken breast in marinade and cover. put in refrigerator for several hours or overnight [for best flavor]
  • 2. Remove about a cup of marinade from dish before grilling and set aside. You will use 1/2 of this for onions and 1/2 for chicken. Slice up 4 onions into quarters then slices DO NOT dice and place in frying pan with 1/2 cup of marinade mixture. cook until tender and almost clear and brown.
  • 3. Place chicken on grill and drizzle by tablespoons 1/2 of the marinade mixture. Grill until firm and cooked thoroughly. take off grill and carefully slice lengthwise into strips and serve warm with tortillas, onions, lettace, salsa and whatever else you like with your fajitas

1/2 c olive oil, extra virgin
1/4 c red wine vinegar
1 tsp lawry's seasoned salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder [not garlic salt]
1/2 tsp basil, dried
1/2 tsp onion powder
6 chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
4 onions, sweet or purple are best

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA WRAPS

Make Mexican restaurant fare at home in about 30 minutes. Olé!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13



Southwestern Chicken Fajita Wraps image

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, stir together corn, tomato, red pepper and salt; set aside.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; sprinkle with cumin. Add onion; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add bell pepper; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center and bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  • To assemble each wrap, spoon 3/4 cup chicken mixture down center of warm tortilla. Top with 1/4 cup corn mixture; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold 2 sides of tortilla toward center; secure with toothpick. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Wrap, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

1 can (11 oz) Southwestern style corn, undrained
1 small tomato, seeded, chopped (1/3 cup)
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch), heated as directed on package
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

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