AUTHENTIC AND EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS

Authentic and Easy Chicken Fajitas image

Provided by Brad Nichols

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!!