"<em>Editor's Note: The next time you have family and friends over for a casual dinner, make it a Fajitas Party with this recipe! Using a bright and colorful assortment of ingredients, this delightful fajitas recipe is definitely for a party and will be a hit with everyone. This fajitas recipe includes a number of ingredients, but it's actually easy to make. If you're feeling pressed for time, don't despair, as you can make some of this recipe in advance. In addition, this recipe includes instructions on how ..."
INGREDIENTS
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Fajitas Ingredients
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1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into long, thin strips
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3 tablespoons chopped garlic
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1 large or 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
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1 medium red pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into long, thin strips
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1 medium green pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into long, thin strips
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¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
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2 tablespoons chili powder, ancho preferred
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6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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2 medium jalapeños, divided
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1/4 cup water or tequila
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1 ½ teaspoons salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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12 7-inch flour tortillas
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1 pint sour cream
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1 pint Fresh Tomato Salsa (recipe and ingredients below, or substitute store-bought salsa)
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6 ounces grated sharp cheddar
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12 lime wedges, for garnish
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Ingredients for Fresh Tomato Salsa
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3 cups finely chopped plum tomatoes
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¼ cup finely chopped red onion
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¼ cup thinly sliced scallions, green and white parts
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
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1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeño
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1 ½ teaspoons finely chopped garlic
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3 tablespoons lime juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 ½ teaspoons salt
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Hot sauce (optional)