These classic chicken fajitas are a vibrant, high-protein meal that brings the energy of a Mexican grill to your kitchen. Tender strips of chicken breast are stir-fried with aromatic garlic, crisp onions, and sweet bell peppers until caramelized and fragrant. The mixture is tossed in a light salsa for a burst of fresh tomato flavor, then served in warm flour tortillas. Topped with cool shredded lettuce, creamy yogurt, and sharp green onions, the textures play off each other beautifully&# 226;ÂÂcrunchy, creamy, and savory all at once. ItâÂÂs the perfect weeknight dinner: quick to prepare, endlessly customizable, and satisfying enough for the whole family. No complex techniques required, just bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
Chicken Fajitas
Description
These classic chicken fajitas are a vibrant, high-protein meal that brings the energy of a Mexican grill to your kitchen. Tender strips of chicken breast are stir-fried with aromatic garlic, crisp onions, and sweet bell peppers until caramelized and fragrant. The mixture is tossed in a light salsa for a burst of fresh tomato flavor, then served in warm flour tortillas. Topped with cool shredded lettuce, creamy yogurt, and sharp green onions, the textures play off each other beautifully&# 226;ÂÂcrunchy, creamy, and savory all at once. ItâÂÂs the perfect weeknight dinner: quick to prepare, endlessly customizable, and satisfying enough for the whole family. No complex techniques required, just bold flavors and fresh ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 300ðF (150ðC).
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Cut 9 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast halves into bite-sized strips.
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Wrap flour tortillas in foil and place in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.
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Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray or add oil.
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Add sliced onions and minced garlic to the skillet; stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the sliced green or red pepper; stir-fry for 1-2 minutes more until vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Remove the vegetable mixture from the skillet and set aside.
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Add cooking oil to the same skillet if needed.
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Add chicken strips to the skillet; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
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Return the vegetable mixture to the skillet with the chicken.
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Stir in the salsa and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until everything is heated through.
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Remove from heat.
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Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly among the warm tortillas.
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Top each fajita with shredded lettuce.
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Dollop with plain low-fat yogurt and sprinkle with thinly sliced green onion.
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Roll up tortillas and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 882.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 24.4g38%
- Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
- Cholesterol 191.4mg64%
- Sodium 950.4mg40%
- Total Carbohydrate 70.7g24%
- Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
- Sugars 6.9g
- Protein 83.7g168%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
