Best 7 Chicken Fajita Style Marinade Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Chicken Fajita-Style Marinade! This marinade is a symphony of zesty flavors, perfectly complementing the tender chicken. With a blend of aromatic spices, tangy citrus, and a hint of smokiness, this marinade transforms ordinary chicken into a fiesta of flavors. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure as we unveil three mouthwatering recipes that showcase the versatility of this marinade.

**1. Classic Chicken Fajitas**: Experience the authentic flavors of Mexico with this timeless recipe. Simply marinate chicken breasts or strips in our flavorful marinade, then grill or pan-fry until perfectly cooked. Serve the sizzling chicken fajitas with warm tortillas, a vibrant array of toppings like sautéed bell peppers and onions, tangy salsa, creamy guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream.

**2. Chicken Fajita Quesadillas**: Elevate your Tex-Mex game with these irresistible quesadillas. Generously fill tortillas with marinated chicken, sautéed vegetables, and a blend of shredded cheese. Fold them in half and grill until golden brown and crispy. Serve with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a delightful explosion of flavors.

**3. Chicken Fajita Tacos**: Indulge in a flavorful fiesta with these tantalizing tacos. Simply marinate chicken breasts or strips in our zesty marinade, then grill or pan-fry until cooked through. Fill warm tortillas with the succulent chicken, your favorite toppings, and drizzle with tangy salsa and a dollop of sour cream. These tacos are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary expedition with our Chicken Fajita-Style Marinade. From classic fajitas to quesadillas and tacos, these recipes will transform your meals into a fiesta of flavors. So, gather your ingredients, let the marinade do its magic, and prepare to savor these delectable dishes that are sure to become your new favorites.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHICKEN FAJITA MARINADE



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This is a simple fajita marinade that has been bounced around in my family for at least 15 years. It's simple, tasty, easily altered for a twist on the taste, and can be easily prepared in under 15 minutes. Serve with other fajita elements and enjoy! Some ideas: sauteed green bell pepper with white or yellow onions, jalapeno slaw, homemade salsa (tomato or mango), etc.

Provided by jmcdaneld

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Whisk vegetable oil, chili powder, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper in a bowl to make a marinade. Place chicken strips into a large resealable plastic bag; pour marinade over chicken. Knead bag to coat chicken with marinade. Squeeze out air, seal bag, and refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken strips from marinade; discard used marinade.
  • Grill chicken on preheated grill until browned, the juices run clear, and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 10 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 70.3 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 74.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS



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This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! -Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole, sliced red onions and sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate for 1-4 hours. , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute peppers and onions in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Return pepper mixture to pan; heat through. , Spoon filling down the center of tortillas; fold in half. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF OR CHICKEN FAJITA MARINADE



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Ive tried lotsa fajita marinades, and so far this one is the best..Try it and see if you like it as much as we do.

Provided by Angie D.

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 1/4 ounce) can low sodium beef broth

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients; mix well.
  • Enough for 2-3 pounds beef or chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 305.8, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.1

FAJITA MARINADE



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A great fajita marinade for chicken or beef! This is intended to be enough to marinate 4 chicken breasts.

Provided by Kitkat

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup olive oil
⅓ cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon beef bouillon paste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch onion powder

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, olive oil, water, vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, chili powder, beef bouillon paste, cumin, oregano, pepper, and onion powder together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 182.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHICKEN FAJITA STYLE MARINADE



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Search the web for a fajita marinade, after combining a few recipes, this is what I came up with. Cooked the chicken on the grill.

Provided by Ruby15

Categories     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons lemon juice (used 1/2 lemon)
1 teaspoon chicken marinade (Lea & Perrins Marinade for Chicken)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon cilantro (chopped)

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients.
  • Pour over chicken. (I used 5 boneless chicken thighs).
  • Marinate at least 4 hours. Do not marinate over 24 hours.
  • Cooking Options: Grill, Broil, cut meat into small strips and saute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.8, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 86.6, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 0.5

MARINATED CHICKEN FAJITAS



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For zippy meal, give Eleanor Martens' stir-fry idea a try. "It's quick and easy," she confirms from Rosenort, Manitoba.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 each medium green , sweet red and yellow pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 small onions, cut into 1/2-inch strips
12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
6 tablespoons salsa

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; set aside 2 tablespoons. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, peppers and onions. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken and vegetables in reserved marinade for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Spoon onto tortillas. Top with sour cream and salsa. Roll up.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Need a simple, vibrant midweek meal the family will love? Put together these easy chicken fajitas and people can create their own masterpieces at the table

Provided by Member recipe by Steven Morris

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large chicken breasts, finely sliced
1 red onion, finely sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
1 red chilli, finely sliced (optional)
1 heaped tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp ground coriander
pinch of ground cumin
2 medium garlic cloves, crushed
4 tbsp olive oil
1 lime, juiced
4-5 drops Tabasco
6 medium tortillas
bag mixed salad
230g tub fresh salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and wrap 6 medium tortillas in foil.
  • Mix 1 heaped tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp ground coriander, a pinch of ground cumin, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 4 tbsp olive oil, the juice of 1 lime and 4-5 drops Tabasco together in a bowl with a big pinch each of salt and pepper.
  • Stir 2 finely sliced chicken breasts, 1 finely sliced red onion, 1 sliced red pepper and 1 finely sliced red chilli, if using, into the marinade.
  • Heat a griddle pan until smoking hot and add the chicken and marinade to the pan.
  • Keep everything moving over a high heat for about 5 mins using tongs until you get a nice charred effect. If your griddle pan is small you may need to do this in two batches.
  • To check the chicken is cooked, find the thickest part and tear in half - if any part is still raw cook until done.
  • Put the tortillas in the oven to heat up and serve with the cooked chicken, a bag of mixed salad and one 230g tub of fresh salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 77 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 39 grams protein, Sodium 2.48 milligram of sodium

Tips for Making the Best Chicken Fajita-Style Marinade:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh lime juice and cilantro will give your marinade the best flavor.
  • Don't over-marinate the chicken. Chicken that is marinated for too long can become tough and dry. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Use a variety of spices. The spices in this marinade create a complex and flavorful dish. Feel free to experiment with different spices to create your own unique marinade.
  • Grill or pan-fry the chicken. Chicken fajitas can be cooked on a grill or in a pan. If you are grilling the chicken, cook it over medium-high heat until it is cooked through. If you are pan-frying the chicken, cook it in a hot skillet with a little oil until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken fajitas with your favorite toppings. Chicken fajitas can be served with a variety of toppings, such as tortillas, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Chicken fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The marinade in this recipe is simple to make and packed with flavor. By following these tips, you can make the best chicken fajita-style marinade that will make your next fajita night a hit.

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