Best Chicken Fajitas Skinnytaste Recipes

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ONE-POT CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA



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A Mexican-inspired pasta dish... Chicken fajitas meets pasta night! This easy chicken dinner is made in one pot, for an easy dinner ready in under 30 minutes!

Provided by Gina

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tsp olive oil
1 lb boneless (skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 tsp kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 large white onion (sliced)
1 large red bell pepper (sliced)
1 large yellow bell pepper (sliced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups less-sodium chicken broth
1 10-oz can Mild Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chiles
7 oz pasta (use gluten-free pasta for GF)
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 scallion (diced)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
4 oz diced avocado (from 1 small)

Steps:

  • Season chicken with 3/4 tsp salt, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp chili powder and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  • In a large deep nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil over high heat. When the oil is very hot, add the chicken and cook until browned, stirring about 5 to 6 minutes.Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil to the skillet.
  • When the oil is hot, add the onions, bell peppers, and remaining 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp chili powder and 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic, and stir until fragrant and well combined, about 30 seconds.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to the plate with the chicken.
  • In the same skillet, add the broth, diced tomatoes and uncooked pasta. Stir to combine and bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 15 minutes until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
  • Add the chicken and veggies back into the skillet and stir to combine until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix in the sour cream and top with scallions and cilantro. Serve with avocado on top.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 1/2 cups, Calories 390 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 12 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Sodium 754 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 4 g

BAKED CHICKEN FAJITAS



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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

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

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.

SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Quick and easy way to prepare homemade, flavorful fajitas for a crowd!

Provided by themoodyfoodie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
1 ½ pounds chicken tenders, quartered
4 cups sliced bell peppers, any color
1 onion, sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable oil, chili powder, oregano, garlic, onion, cumin, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken tenders, bell peppers, and onion; shake to mix.
  • Marinate chicken mixture in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil.
  • Spread chicken mixture onto prepared pan.
  • Roast in the preheated oven, stirring halfway through, until chicken is no longer pink and bell peppers soften, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cilantro and pour lime juice over chicken mixture; toss to distribute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 197.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHICKEN FAJITAS | SKINNYTASTE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Chicken Fajitas | Skinnytaste Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by joanmarie

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
1 bell pepper, cut into strips
1 poblano chile, cut into strips
1 onion, cut into strips
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Ancho chile powder or chipotle chili powder, to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 low fat, low carb tortillas (La Tortilla Factory)

Steps:

  • Marinate the chicken with lime juice, and season with chile powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder and cumin. Season vegetables with salt and pepper and toss with olive oil. Heat George Forman grill. Grill chicken until well browned, but not hard to the touch. Transfer to a plate when done. Cut into strips. Grill vegetables until tender (about 15 minutes). Once cooked, combine with chicken. Serve immediately with tortilla and toppings. Optional 0 point toppings:Salsa, chopped serrano chiles, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced green onions.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN FAJITAS



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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

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
4 tablespoons olive oil, or more as needed
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas

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

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