Weeknight Fajitas Recipes

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WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN FAJITAS FOR TWO



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My family loves fajitas and asks for them at least once a week. This quick and easy version gets as close to the version our local taqueria serves.-Tanya Cook, West Salem, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried cilantro flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons marinade for chicken
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each), cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce and tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine the seasonings; set aside 1 tablespoon. Add 2 tablespoons oil, marinade for chicken, juices and Liquid Smoke if desired to remaining mixture; pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute the onion, red pepper and reserved seasonings in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Spoon chicken and vegetables onto tortillas; fold in sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts :

WEEKNIGHT FAJITAS



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Chicken breasts, bell peppers and onions are briefly marinated in Italian dressing, stir-fried and wrapped in warm tortillas for a quick-and-easy main dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 green pepper, cut into strips
1 onion, cut into wedges
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 tomato, cut into thin wedges
8 flour tortillas (6 inch), warmed

Steps:

  • Pour dressing over chicken, peppers, onions, garlic and oregano in large bowl; toss lightly. Let stand 10 min. Drain chicken mixture; discard dressing.
  • Add chicken mixture to large skillet; cook and stir 10 min. or until chicken is done. Stir in tomatoes.
  • Top tortillas with chicken mixture; roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 690 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g

WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN FAJITA RECIPE



Weeknight Chicken Fajita Recipe image

Try our Weeknight Chicken Fajita Recipe. Chicken, veggies and a kick of chili powder combine in this simple, yet spectacular, chicken fajita recipe..

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     1 Bag, 5 Dinners

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
3 cups refrigerated pre-cut mixed stir-fry vegetables (broccoli, carrots, green and red peppers, onions, snow peas)
2 tsp. chili powder
8 flour tortillas (6 inch)
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5 min. or until done, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in dressing, vegetables and chili powder; cook 5 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon chicken mixture down centers of tortillas; top with cheese. Roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 850 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 36 g

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