Great Chicken Fajitas Recipes

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CHICKEN FAJITAS

Marinating chicken and peppers and onions in a highly flavored marinade and then grilling gives it all the flavor without fat. A spiced creamy yogurt sauce and avocado sauce wrapped in a corn tortilla with fresh cilantro keeps the fajitas healthy and fresh tasting.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17



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Steps:

  • 1. Put the cilantro, lime juice, broth, scallions, garlic, jalapeno, honey, and salt in a blender, puree until smooth. Reserve 2 tablespoons; do not wash out the blender.
  • Put chicken breasts in a medium bowl and the peppers and onions in another. Divide the remaining cilantro puree evenly between the chicken and the peppers and onions. Toss well to coat the chicken and vegetables and let stand, at room temperature, for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Add the avocado, 1/2 cup water, and the reserved 2 tablespoons cilantro sauce to the blender. Puree until smooth and season with salt. Set aside.
  • 3. Heat the oil in a small skillet set over medium heat until hot. Add the cumin and coriander and continue to cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Pour the spices over the yogurt and set aside for the flavors to blend. Stir before serving.
  • 4. Preheat a grill for medium-high/direct heat cooking. Oil the grill grates. Grill the chicken and vegetables, turning, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F, about 5 to 8 minutes for the vegetables and 12 to 15 minutes for the chicken. Let chicken rest 5 minutes. Place the tortillas on the grill until just warmed through, about 30 seconds.
  • 5. To assemble the fajitas: slice the onions and peppers into thin strips and then slice the chicken. Place some peppers, onions, chicken and cilantro in a tortilla topped with the spiced yogurt and the avocado sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 66 milligrams, Sodium 157 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 31 grams

1 cup packed cilantro leaves, plus extra for serving
1/4 cup lime juice, about 2 limes
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic
1 jalapeno, seeded if desired
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt
1 1/2-pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
2 orange and/or yellow bell peppers, quartered, seeds removed
1 ripe avocado, halved, seeded and peeled
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 cup fat-free Greek Yogurt
12 corn tortillas

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



Flavorful Chicken Fajitas image

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

EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS

Need a simple, vibrant midweek meal the family will love? Put together these easy chicken fajitas and people can create their own masterpieces at the table

Provided by Member recipe by Steven Morris

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14



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Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and wrap 6 medium tortillas in foil.
  • Mix 1 heaped tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp ground coriander, a pinch of ground cumin, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 4 tbsp olive oil, the juice of 1 lime and 4-5 drops Tabasco together in a bowl with a big pinch each of salt and pepper.
  • Stir 2 finely sliced chicken breasts, 1 finely sliced red onion, 1 sliced red pepper and 1 finely sliced red chilli, if using, into the marinade.
  • Heat a griddle pan until smoking hot and add the chicken and marinade to the pan.
  • Keep everything moving over a high heat for about 5 mins using tongs until you get a nice charred effect. If your griddle pan is small you may need to do this in two batches.
  • To check the chicken is cooked, find the thickest part and tear in half - if any part is still raw cook until done.
  • Put the tortillas in the oven to heat up and serve with the cooked chicken, a bag of mixed salad and one 230g tub of fresh salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 77 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 39 grams protein, Sodium 2.48 milligram of sodium

2 large chicken breasts, finely sliced
1 red onion, finely sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
1 red chilli, finely sliced (optional)
1 heaped tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp ground coriander
pinch of ground cumin
2 medium garlic cloves, crushed
4 tbsp olive oil
1 lime, juiced
4-5 drops Tabasco
6 medium tortillas
bag mixed salad
230g tub fresh salsa

GREAT CHICKEN FAJITAS

I LOVE Cooks Illustrated and I buy the magazine often. This is my favorite Chicken Fajita recipe. The only change I made was doubling the marinade so I can have extra juices for the chicken and veggies to soak in after they're cooked- it makes them even juicier! Hope you like it as much as I do. I also cheat by using a George Foreman Grill, where they suggest grilling it over charcoal.

Provided by codeblusqrl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12



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Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk lime juice, 8 tbs of oil, garlic, worcestershire, brown sugar, jalapeño, cilantro, 2 tsp salt and 1 1/2 tsp pepper. Remove 1/2 c of marinade and set aside.
  • Add another tsp of salt to marinade. Add the whole chicken breasts in marinade, cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Slice onions into onion rounds and red and yellow peppers into strips. Brush both sides of onion rounds and peppers with oil and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat up grill. (I put a layer of plastic wrap on top and below the chicken breasts and pound them a little before cooking so they cook more evenly) Cook whole chicken breasts until cooked through. (when meat thermometer reads 175-It will continue to cook when off of heat) Remove and put on plate with a tent of foil to keep warm.
  • Grill vegetables until done and put in bowl.
  • Cut up chicken breasts into strips and add to bowl of vegetables. Add the reserved marinade and toss the chicken and veggies until nice and covered. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.2, Fat 36.4, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 193.8, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 8.5, Protein 20.6

2/3 cup fresh lime juice (from 4-5 limes)
10 tablespoons olive oil
6 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 teaspoons brown sugar
2 minced jalapenos (seeds and ribs removed)
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
salt and pepper
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 large red onion
1 large red pepper
1 large yellow pepper

MEXICAN CHICKEN FAJITAS

When we're in the mood for Mexican food, I'll reach for this recipe. Much of the meal can be prepared in advance, so I can avoid the last-minute rush at dinnertime.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15



Mexican Chicken Fajitas image

Steps:

  • In a glass bowl or resealable plastic bag, mix first eight ingredients. Add chicken; toss to coat. Cover or close bag and refrigerate for 4 hours. Drain, discarding marinade. , Saute chicken in a large skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until juices run clear. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken down the center of each tortilla. , Top with lettuce, cheese, tomato, sour cream and taco sauce. Fold in sides of tortilla and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
1 large tomato, diced
3/4 cup sour cream
Taco sauce

CHICKEN FAJITAS

Add fun to a kids' party and cut down on prep time with fajitas the little ones can build themselves. Serve with guacamole alongside the chicken and peppers

Provided by Lulu Grimes

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13



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Steps:

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally, then cut them into thin strips. Put them in a bowl, add the remaining ingredients and rub into the chicken with your hands.
  • Heat the oil for the pepper mix in a large frying pan and fry the onion wedges for 6 mins or until softened. Turn the heat up high so the wedges char slightly at the edges, season well and, using a slotted spoon, lift them onto a baking tray and keep warm.
  • Add the peppers in batches, cook them the same way, then transfer to the baking tray with the onions. Cook the tomatoes in the same way and add them to the peppers.
  • Heat a griddle pan or use the same frying pan and cook the chicken in batches over a high heat - allow them to catch a little on the edges but don't overcook them. Add them to the baking tray to keep warm.
  • Heat the tortillas on the griddle, then wrap in foil and keep warm in the oven, or heat in the microwave following pack instructions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 70 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 35 grams protein, Sodium 2.3 milligram of sodium

24 flour tortillas
300g soured cream
6 chicken breasts
4 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves , crushed
2 limes , juiced
1 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp ground cumin
small pack coriander , finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large red onion , cut into thin wedges
2 red and 2 yellow peppers , cut into thin strips
200g cherry tomatoes , halved

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