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Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole

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Chicken Fajitas

Created by: Howcan Team

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  • Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
  • Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave according to package instructions.
  • Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture among the warmed tortillas.
  • Serve with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
  • Enjoy your delicious chicken fajitas!
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Mexican

Fajitas have a rich history, originating in the ranch lands of West Texas in the 1930s. Mexican cowboys, or vaqueros, would grill skirt steak over an open fire and wrap it in flour tortillas, creating the sizzling, flavorful dish we know today. The term "fajita" comes from the Spanish word "faja," meaning "belt" or "sash," as the cut of meat used for fajitas comes from the diaphragm muscle of the cow. Today, fajitas are a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine, with sizzling platters of grilled meat, onions, and peppers served alongside warm tortillas, guacamole, and salsa. For an authentic experience, visit renowned Tex-Mex restaurants in Texas, such as Ninfa's in Houston, where fajitas are a specialty. The key to perfect fajitas lies in marinating the meat with a flavorful blend of spices and grilling it to tender perfection. Whether it's beef, chicken, or shrimp, the sizzle of fajitas never fails to tantalize the taste buds.

30 min

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4

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350 calories

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until no longer pink. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  • Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.
  • Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave according to package instructions.
  • Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture among the warmed tortillas.
  • Serve with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
  • Enjoy your delicious chicken fajitas!
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