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Lime Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb 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 limes, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8-10 flour tortillas

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Tongs

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, bell peppers, onion, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Heat the skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and vegetable mixture and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
3. Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or in the microwave.
4. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture on the warm tortillas.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4-5 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 26g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any color bell peppers you prefer.
- You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.

Variations:
- You can add sliced mushrooms to the vegetable mixture.
- 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.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet or wok, as this can cause the vegetables to steam instead of sauté.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for added flavor.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fajitas on a large platter with the tortillas on the side.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa

Pairings:
- Spanish rice
- Refried beans
- Corn on the cob

Suggested side dishes:
- Black bean salad
- Grilled vegetables
- Chips and salsa

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chicken and vegetables are not cooking evenly, try cooking them in batches.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Fajitas originated in Texas in the 1930s, when ranch workers would cook skirt steak over an open flame and serve it on a tortilla.

Flavor profiles:
- The lime juice adds a tangy, citrus flavor to the chicken and vegetables, while the chili powder and cumin add a smoky, spicy flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a cold beer or a margarita.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Tangy, Spicy, Citrusy, Savory, Zesty