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