HOW TO MAKE THE BEST FAJITAS
Fajitas cook quickly, so taking a bit of time to season steak, chicken, or shrimp with our simple fajita seasoning is a good idea. Use our recipe as a guide; you can make all three proteins or choose one. Use 2 ½ pounds of protein for six people. Even though it is only the two of us, we still make the whole batch. The leftovers are fabulous.
Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield Serves 6 when served with sides
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Mix the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
- Season the steak, chicken, and shrimp with salt and a generous dusting of fajita seasoning. We use 1/2 teaspoon of salt for the steak, 1/2 teaspoon for the chicken, and 1/4 teaspoon for the shrimp. Set the steak and shrimp aside while you cook the chicken.
- Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a wide skillet (with a lid, or you can use foil) over medium-high heat. As soon as the oil is hot and looks shimmery, add the chicken. Cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the chicken so that the seared side is facing up.
- Reduce the heat to low, then cover the skillet with a lid or use foil. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165 degrees F when inserted into the thickest part of the breast. Transfer chicken to a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- Note: Use the time while the chicken is cooking to chop the onions, peppers, and garlic.
- Pour any liquid left in the pan out and use a paper towel to wipe the bottom of the skillet. It is okay if there are bits of chicken or spices stuck to the bottom. (If you want to, you can save the liquid to add back to the pan later.)
- Put the skillet back onto the heat, increase to medium-high heat, and add another two teaspoons of oil. As soon as the oil is hot and looks shimmery, add the steak. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until brown, and then flip to the other side and let cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Check the internal temperature. If it is not ready, turn the heat to low and continue to cook until it reaches your preferred doneness. For medium, cook to 135 degrees F. Transfer steak to the plate with chicken and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- Put the skillet back onto the heat, increase to medium-high heat, and add another two teaspoons of oil. Add the onions, peppers, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring until they start to soften and brown a bit; about 5 minutes. As the veggies cook, use tongs or a wooden spoon to scrape up bits of chicken, steak, or spices stuck to the bottom of the pan.
- When the peppers and onions are ready, pile them up on one side of the pan. Place the shrimp into the pan and cook, stirring, until the shrimp are firm and opaque throughout; 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate.
- To finish, turn the heat down to low, arrange the vegetables on the bottom of the skillet, stir in tequila, beer or stock, and cook for 1 minute. Take the pan off of the heat. Slice the chicken and steak then arrange the chicken, steak, and shrimp on the peppers and onions. Finish with a generous squeeze of lime.
- Serve the fajitas family style with more lime on the side as well as your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/6 of the recipe, Calories 314, Fat 11.1g, SaturatedFat 2.8g, Cholesterol 161.3mg, Sodium 764.3mg, Carbohydrate 10.2g, Fiber 2.7g, Sugar 4.9g, Protein 42.4g
SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CHICKEN
This creamy spinach and artichoke chicken is the ultimate comfort food, but still easy enough to whip up on a busy weeknight!
Provided by Kimber
Categories Main Course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Lay the chicken breasts flat in a large baking dish and season with garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Mix the cheeses, then set aside 1/3 of it (about a cup.) In a large bowl, mix the mayo, sour cream, mustard, onion, remaining salt and pepper, and the remainder of the cheeses. Then fold in the chopped spinach and diced artichoke hearts.
- Spread mixture on top of chicken then top with cup of cheese that you set aside. Bake on middle rack of oven for 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165˚F).
- Serve hot and ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 dish, Calories 413 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 44 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Sodium 644 mg, Fiber 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g
ARTICHOKE FAJITAS
Make and share this Artichoke Fajitas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Debbwl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Saute onions and bell pepper until tender. Add artichoke hearts and continue to saute until artichokes are hot.
- Warm tortillas, we just place on a gas burner for a few seconds and then place in a tortilla warmer. You can also warm in the microwave and then wrap in plastic to retain moisture.
- Layer rice, artichoke heart mixture, cheese, sour cream, and salsa on warm tortilla. Roll up and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.1, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 714.1, Carbohydrate 44.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 4.6, Protein 10.3
ARTICHOKE FRITTATA
This rich, delicious, and easy-to-make appetizer can be served warm or cool. I sometimes use grated low-fat cheese and find that it is just as tasty and less greasy. Dried parsley works, too.
Provided by Jo Bice
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Heat 3 tablespoons of the reserved marinade from the artichoke hearts in a large skillet. Cook and stir green onions in hot marinade until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir cooked green onions, eggs, Cheddar cheese, saltine crackers, parsley, garlic, hot pepper sauce, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until center is puffy and no longer moist, about 40 minutes; cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 143.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 458.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
HOMEMADE CHICKEN FAJITAS
Making homemade fajita seasoning is a lot easier than you might think, and you probably already have the ingredients in your spice cabinet. Simply combine a mixture of chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and voila, you're ready to make fajitas. Brighten up this dish with a mixture of red, orange, yellow, and green peppers. Top with your favorite garnishes. We use sour cream, pico de gallo, and guacamole.
Provided by Mark A. Sheeler
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 5h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder for fajita seasoning together in a small bowl.
- Trim chicken of any excess fat and place in a large, lidded bowl. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with about 3/4 of the fajita seasoning. Toss, adding more oil if necessary, until coated. Poke chicken with a knife to allow penetration of seasoning and oil. Place the lid on the bowl and shake until chicken is thoroughly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator, shaking every couple of hours, for 4 to 6 hours.
- Remove the marinating bowl from the refrigerator and let sit on the counter until chicken is room temperature, about 1 hour.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Make 2 stacks of 4 tortillas, and wrap each one in aluminum foil.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add peppers and onion. Stir in remaining fajita seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
- While vegetables are cooking, place tortillas in the oven to warm. At the same time, grill chicken, turning halfway through, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- To assemble fajitas, fill warmed tortillas with chicken, peppers, and onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 42.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1099.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
ARTICHOKE FRITTATA
Make and share this Artichoke Frittata recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chocolatl
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Following directions on package, cook artichoke hearts until tender.
- Cut in half and set aside.
- Preheat broiler.
- In medium-sized iron skillet, saute the garlic and onion in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, oregano, pepper, mozzarella and half the Parmesan.
- Add cooked garlic and onion mixture and mix well.
- In same skillet, heat remaining olive oil and arrange the artichoke hearts evenly, cut side down.
- Add egg mixture.
- Reduce heat.
- Shake pan, cover and cook slowly for 10-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle top with remaining grated cheese.
- Place pan under broiler until puffed and golden brown.
- Shake pan to loosen frittata, and slip it onto a serving dish.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
ARTICHOKE HEART FRITTATA
You can make this easy Italian frittata with the fresh, tiny artichokes that arrive with spring or, more quickly, with frozen artichoke hearts.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves four to six
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- If using fresh artichokes, steam until tender or boil gently in a pot of generously salted water, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain, refresh with cold water and quarter the artichokes. Thaw frozen artichokes as directed, and drain off any liquid in the bowl.
- Beat the eggs in a medium bowl. Whisk in the milk, about 1/2 teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a 10-inch, heavy nonstick skillet, and add the artichokes. Cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about five to eight minutes. Add the garlic, and cook for another 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant. Stir in the herbs, and season with salt and pepper. Pour in the egg mixture. Swirl the pan to distribute the eggs and filling evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the omelet with a spatula in your other hand, so that the eggs run underneath during the few minutes of cooking.
- Turn the heat down to low, cover (use a pizza pan if you don't have a lid that will fit your skillet) and cook 10 minutes, shaking the pan gently every once in a while. From time to time, remove the lid and loosen the bottom of the omelet with a wooden spatula, tilting the pan so that the bottom doesn't burn. Instead it should turn a deep golden brown. Meanwhile, heat the broiler.
- Finish the omelet under the broiler for one to two minutes, watching very carefully to make sure the top doesn't burn. (It should brown slightly, and it will puff under the broiler.) Remove from the heat and immediately sprinkle on the Parmesan or pecorino. Serve hot, warm or room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 172, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 345 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED ARTICHOKE FRITTATA
Couldn't be easier. This is baked in a shallow casserole dish or 4 small 1 1/2 cup sized shallow individual pans. It gets nice and puffy almost like a souffle which makes a beautiful presentation. I found this recipe in an old Sunset cook book. This is Florentine sytle cooking. Makes a great dinner or breakfast. You can sub jack cheese for the fontina also.
Provided by Mamablowfish
Categories Breakfast
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook artichoke hearts according to package directions and drain well.
- Spread artichokes evenly in a well greased, shallow 1 1/2 - 2 quart baking dish. (round or oval is nice).
- Beat eggs with half and half, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
- Stir in fontina cheese and pour over artichokes.
- Bake uncovered in 350 oven for 30 minutes.
- Sprinkle evenly with parmesan then return to oven and bake for 5-8 minutes more or until frittata is puffed and lightly browned.
- Serve at once.
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Artichoke fajitas are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meat-based fajitas. They are a perfect meal for vegetarians and vegans, but even the meat lovers will enjoy these flavorful fajitas.
What Are Fajitas
Fajitas are a traditional Mexican dish made with grilled meat, vegetables, and tortillas. The meat is usually beef or chicken, but it can also be pork or seafood. The vegetables are usually peppers and onions, which are sautéed with the meat.What Are Artichokes
Artichokes are thistles that are native to the Mediterranean region. They are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in Italian and French dishes. Artichokes are rich in antioxidants, fiber, magnesium, and potassium. They are also low in calories and fat, making them a healthy addition to any diet.Artichoke Fajitas Recipes
Artichoke fajitas can be made in a variety of ways, depending on your taste and preferences. Below are some common ingredients used in artichoke fajitas recipes:Ingredients
- Artichokes - canned or fresh
- Bell Peppers - any color will do
- Onions - red or white
- Garlic - fresh or powder
- Cumin - adds smokiness and earthiness taste
- Chili powder - medium heat, spiciness varies on brand
- Smoked paprika - adds smoky flavor
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Tortillas - corn or flour
- Garnish - cilantro, lime
- Optional - avocado, cheese, salsa
Cooking Steps
- Preheat the oven to 400°F or heat a large skillet on medium-high heat.
- If using fresh artichokes, remove the outer leaves and choke. Cut in halves or quarters.
- Slice the bell peppers and onions in strips.
- In a bowl, mix together the spices, salt, and pepper.
- Add the artichokes, peppers, and onions in the spice mixture and toss until coated evenly.
- Cook the vegetables in a skillet or oven for around 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
- Warm up the tortillas on a skillet or microwave.
- Add the cooked vegetables to the tortillas.
- Garnish with cilantro, lime, and any optional toppings like avocado, cheese, and salsa.