chicken fajita fiesta! (enough for a small party)

Forked River, NJ
Updated on Dec 7, 2011

Why overpay for something you can easily make at home for a fraction of the cost? These are delicious, fun to make, fun to eat, and economical! What's not to love? :D I really enjoyed creating this, hope you enjoy making them! (*This recipe can easily be halved for a smaller crowd.) (Old photos by me.)

prep time 30 Min
cook time 10 Min
method ---
yield 8-10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs. - boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into nice-sized strips
  • 1 small - green bell pepper
  • 1 small - yellow bell pepper
  • 1 small - red bell pepper
  • 1 onion - cut into small wedges
  • 1 cup - olive oil
  • 1/2 cup - lime juice, fresh squeezed or bottled concentrate
  • 2/3 cup - unsweetened pineapple juice
  • 2 tsp. - paprika
  • 1 Tbl. - + 1 tsp. cumin
  • 2 Tbl. - good chili powder
  • 1 Tbl. - + 1 tsp. minced garlic, jarred is fine
  • 1 tsp. - oregano
  • 2 tsp. - salt
  • 2 tsp. - pepper
  • - flour tortillas
  • OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
  • - sour cream
  • - guacamole
  • - salsa or pico de gallo
  • - sliced jalapenos
  • - diced tomatoes
  • - shredded lettuce
  • - queso fresco, crumbled
  • - sargento mexican blend cheese or cheddar, shredded
  • - sliced green onions
  • - sliced black olives
  • - fresh chopped cilantro

How To Make chicken fajita fiesta! (enough for a small party)

  • Step 1
    Put cut up chicken, peppers and onion in large bowl or ziploc baggie. Mix up marinade in medium bowl, and pour over chicken mixture, tossing/mixing to coat all thoroughly. Marinate in fridge for 4-6 hours. Drain off excess marinade. In one (or more) medium-hot frying pans, add a little olive oil, then add chicken mixture. Stir-fry til chicken is done. Should take only about 8-12 minutes depending on how big you cut your chicken strips and how hot your pan is. Warm flour tortillas in microwave (about 30 seconds on high, 3-4 at a time) or in oven wrapped in foil. Serve with toppings of choice. Tossed salad, spicy cornbread, spanish or mexican rice, refried beans/dip, chips, etc., are nice accompaniments.

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Category: Chicken
Culture: Mexican
Keyword: #fajitas

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