Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 yellow onion, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8-10 flour tortillas
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add chicken strips to the skillet and sprinkle with the spice mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Warm up the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet.
6. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture on the warm tortillas.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4-5 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 28g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any color bell peppers you prefer.
- You can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
Variations:
- You can add sliced mushrooms to the skillet.
- You can use steak or shrimp instead of chicken.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the chicken and vegetables into thin strips for even cooking.
- You can marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover fajitas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the fajitas in the microwave or on a skillet until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fajitas on a large platter with the tortillas on the side.
Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Pairings:
- Mexican rice
- Refried beans
Suggested side dishes:
- Chips and salsa
- Corn on the cob
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chicken is not cooked through, continue cooking until no longer pink in the center.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Food history:
- Fajitas originated in Texas in the 1930s and were traditionally made with skirt steak.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the fajitas family-style on a large platter.
Related Categories
Cooking Method: N/A
Course Type: N/A
Dietary: N/A
Ingredient: N/A
Meal type: N/A
Occassion: N/A
Region: Mexican