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Grilled Chicken Fajitas

Grilled Chicken Fajitas: 4 Awesome Secrets

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  • Author: Madison Clarke
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Grilled chicken fajitas feature tender marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onions grilled to perfection. Serve on warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 red bell peppers
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 8 to 10 flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, and fajita seasoning; whisk. Pour into a large Ziploc bag.
  2. Add chicken to the marinade, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 20 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. Cut the peppers in half and discard the tops, seeds, and membranes.
  4. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat.
  5. Clean and oil the grill grates.
  6. Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard marinade.
  7. Place chicken, peppers, and onions on the grill.
  8. Cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink and veggies are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Chicken should reach 165 F.
  9. Remove chicken, peppers, and onions from the grill; let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Warm tortillas on the grill for a minute per side.
  11. Cut chicken, peppers, and onions into strips and serve.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken for optimal flavor.
  • Adjust grilling time based on grill temperature.
  • Serve with your preferred fajita toppings.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 168kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 168mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 48mg