AUTHENTIC AND EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS

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My kids' favorite meal. I make these on my BBQ with a cast iron grill insert. I fell in love with the flavor of chiles (fresh and powdered) from Hatch, NM during a trip to AZ a few years ago, and they are now the staple in all my Mexican cooking. Note this recipe is made with 'mild' chile powder and is not spicy - which works...

Provided by Brad Nichols

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 lb boneless chicken breast
FOR THE MARINADE
1 Tbsp mild chile powder - i prefer it from hatch, nm
1 Tbsp cumin
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 clove garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp fresh cilantro - chopped
1/4 c lime juice
1/4 c water
1 tsp liquid smoke
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
FOR THE VEGGIES
1/2 sweet green pepper - sliced into strips
1/2 sweet red pepper - sliced into strips
1 large spanish onion - sliced into strips
1 Tbsp mild chile powder - i prefer it from hatch, nm
1 Tbsp cumin
1/2 Tbsp salt
3 Tbsp olive oil
16 tortillas - corn or flour

Steps:

  • 1. Combine marinade ingredients in a zip lock bag or plastic container
  • 2. Add Chicken, toss to coat and refridgerate for 2 hours
  • 3. Heat 2 tbsp of Olive Oil in cast iron skillet or regular frying pan
  • 4. Add Peppers and Onions and sprinkle with Cumin, Chile Powder and Salt
  • 5. Begin heating Tortillas in a dry frying pan on medium heat - about 30 seconds per side. Keep warm in foil or tortilla warmer
  • 6. Saute until tender, turning frequently to mix seasoning with veggies - about 5 mins
  • 7. Remove veggies and set aside
  • 8. Add remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil to skillet/pan and heat for a few seconds
  • 9. Add marinaded chicken and cook until meat is 'white' all the way through - about 3-4 mins per side, depending on thickness
  • 10. Chop cooked chicken breasts into bite sized pieces, serve and enjoy with your favorite Mexican condiments!!

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