Chicken fajitas topped with avocado slices on a whole wheat tortilla.

Chicken Fajitas

Recipe from: Maine EFNEP

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless, skinless
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • Tablespoons Oil Canola or vegetable
  • 2 Bell Pepper 1 red pepper, 1 green pepper
  • 1 Onion Medium
  • 6 Tortillas 8-inch; whole wheat

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • 12-inch Skillet

Instructions

  • Freeze chicken 30 minutes until firm and easier to cut. Cut chicken into 1⁄4-inch strips. Place in a single layer on a plate. Wash hands, knife, and cutting board. Sprinkle both sides of strips with chili and garlic powder.
  • Add oil to a 12-inch skillet. Heat to medium high. Add chicken strips. Cook about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add bell peppers and onion. Stir and cook until vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink. (Heat chicken to at least 165°F).
  • Scoop chicken mixture (¾ cup each) onto tortillas. Top with your favorite toppings.
  • Serve flat or rolled.

Notes

Tips:
  • Serve with toppings of your choice: 1 cup chopped tomatoes, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeño
  • Beef or pork can be used instead of beans or chicken.
  • Use corn tortillas instead of whole wheat.
  • Heat cold tortillas to make them easier to fold. Cover tortillas with a moist paper towel and heat for 30 seconds in the microwave.
  • Use plastic gloves to handle hot peppers. If you don’t have gloves, wash your hands with soap and water before touching your face, cooking utensils, or another person.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Fajitas
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
232
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Cholesterol
 
48
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
307
mg
13
%
Potassium
 
461
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
21
g
7
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
19
g
38
%
Vitamin A
 
1463
IU
29
%
Vitamin C
 
53
mg
64
%
Calcium
 
46
mg
5
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Chicken, Chili Powder, Flour Tortillas, Garlic Powder, Green Bell Pepper, Onion, Onions, Red Pepper, Tortillas, Whole Wheat Tortillas, Yellow Bell Pepper