Chipotle Lime Chicken Fajitas

45 mins
4 servings

Description

Spicy and tangy chicken fajitas with a smoky chipotle flavor

Ingredients

  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • cilantro
  • 0.25 cup lime juice
  • 0.5 pounds chicken breasts
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 chipotle peppers
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 large bell peppers

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine lime juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken to the marinade, turning to coat evenly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat
  4. Step 4: Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off
  5. Step 5: Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes
  6. Step 6: Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm
  7. Step 7: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil
  8. Step 8: Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the skillet, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes
  9. Step 9: Add the chipotle peppers to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute
  10. Step 10: Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds
  11. Step 11: Assemble the fajitas by slicing the chicken and vegetables, and serving with warm tortillas, and garnished with cilantro

Nutrition Information

Per serving

569

Calories

60.05g

Protein

8.83g

Fat

63.8g

Carbs

Recipe Details

Prep Time:30 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:45 mins

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