CHICKEN FAJITAS WITH TOMATO SALSA
Our straightforward, healthy chicken fajitas make a fabulous Friday night supper for friends or family. Or if you fancy something different, our beef fajitas are also a popular choice.
Provided by delicious. magazine
Categories Healthy family meals
Time 35m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the tomato salsa. Trim and discard the root ends of the spring onions, then chop the white and green parts of the onions and put into a bowl. Halve, slice and chop the tomatoes, then add to the bowl. Take care adding the Tabasco (it's fiery) and stir in the passata and vinegar. Add a pinch of salt and some freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
- Put the chicken between 2 pieces of cling film and bash it with a frying pan to make it thinner - this will help it cook quicker. Cut the chicken into finger-size pieces. Heat the oil in a large frying pan for about 30 seconds, then push the chicken straight from the board into the pan. Sprinkle with the fajita seasoning, cook for 2 minutes, then turn the chicken over and cook for 2 more minutes to seal the meat. Turn the heat down to low and add the onion and garlic. Cook gently for 5 minutes, turning as needed, then add the peppers.
- Put the flour tortillas onto a heatproof plate or an upturned lid the size of the frying pan, and rest on top of the frying pan. Cover with foil and cook for 10 more minutes until the tortillas are warm, the peppers are tender and the chicken is cooked through with no traces of pink. Remove from the heat, pile the chicken and salsa into warm tortillas, roll and fold to tuck in.
Nutrition Facts :
CHICKEN FAJITAS IN SALSA
I started making these a long time ago when my daughter was little. Her dad loved them and they became the perfect thing to whip together when unexpected company arrived. They are fast and very tasty! Kind of a different twist on traditional fajitas.
Provided by Deneece Gursky @Smokeygirlxo
Categories Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut chicken into strips. Put oil in large skillet and transfer chicken to skillet. Season well with garlic powder, salt and pepper. And fry until cooked all the way though. Drain and return to pan. Add jar of salsa and simmer until ready to serve.
- Meanwhile in another skillet heat small amount of oil and add peppers and onions. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper and cook until still slightly crisp.
- Prepare rice and heat tortillas according to package (I place about ten on a plate and cover with a damp paper towel and heat about 15 seconds in microwave)
- To assemble fajitas: Lay tortilla on plate, add about 2 T of rice, then add chicken, put peppers and onions on top of that, and finally grated cheese. Top with sour cream and/or guacamole Serve with my Crisp and Spicy Fried Red Potatoes.
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
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
CHICKEN FAJITAS WITH FRESH SALSA
Fresh salsa is all the rage when combined with the smoky flavor of chipotle peppers. This is so delicious!!
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, red pepper, avocado, jalapeno, cheese, lime juice and 1/8 teaspoons salt; set aside.
- In a large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat; sauté onion for 3 minutes or until softened and starting to brown. Add chicken, chili powder, chipotle, oregano and 1/4 teaspoons salt; sauté for 5 minutes just until chicken is no longer pink inside.
- Whisk flour into milk until smooth; gradually stir into skillet. Simmer, stirring, for 3 minutes or until bubbling and thickened. Line tortillas with lettuce and spoon filling on top along center; top with fresh salsa. Fold bottom of tortilla then fold sides to enclose filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.2, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 101.6, Sodium 332.2, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 31.6
EASY CHICKEN FAJITA MARINADE
This is a simple fajita marinade that has been bounced around in my family for at least 15 years. It's simple, tasty, easily altered for a twist on the taste, and can be easily prepared in under 15 minutes. Serve with other fajita elements and enjoy! Some ideas: sauteed green bell pepper with white or yellow onions, jalapeno slaw, homemade salsa (tomato or mango), etc.
Provided by jmcdaneld
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time 4h35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk vegetable oil, chili powder, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper in a bowl to make a marinade. Place chicken strips into a large resealable plastic bag; pour marinade over chicken. Knead bag to coat chicken with marinade. Squeeze out air, seal bag, and refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove chicken strips from marinade; discard used marinade.
- Grill chicken on preheated grill until browned, the juices run clear, and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 10 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 70.3 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 74.3 mg, Sugar 4 g
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