FREEZER BAG CHICKEN FAJITA STIR-FRY
This Mexican-inspired stir-fry is the perfect quick weekend project: peppers, onions and chicken are tossed with a chili-spiced oil and frozen.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together the oil, chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds black pepper in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add the garlic, peppers and onion and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap and let cool completely.
- Transfer the vegetables with the marinade to a large resealable plastic bag and add the chicken. Squeeze out most of the air and seal, then toss gently to coat the chicken with the marinade. Freeze until ready to use. Let thaw in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before cooking.
- Pour the chicken, vegetables and marinade into a large skillet and heat over high heat. Cook, stirring often, until the chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide the chicken and vegetables among 4 plates. Serve with 3 tortillas each and the guacamole, salsa, sour cream and lime wedges on the side.
FREEZER BAG CHICKEN CURRY STIR-FRY
With just a little advance prep, you can have a weeknight Indian-inspired stir-fry in a snap. Peas, cauliflower and chicken are sealed in a bag with coconut-curry sauce and frozen -- a perfect dinner after a hectic day.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk together the coconut milk, curry powder, tomato paste, chile flakes, ginger, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds black pepper in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add the peas and cauliflower and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave until the cauliflower is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Uncover and let cool to room temperature.
- Transfer the vegetables with the marinade to a large resealable plastic bag and add the chicken. Squeeze out most of the air and seal, then toss gently to coat the chicken with the marinade. Freeze until ready to use. Thaw in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before cooking.
- Pour the chicken, vegetables and marinade into a large skillet and heat over high heat. Cook. stirring often, until the chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide the chicken and vegetables among 4 plates. Serve each with naan and garnish with cilantro leaves and yogurt.
FREEZER PREP CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, red onion, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, red bell pepper, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Lunch
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in small bowl or measuring cup.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large, gallon-sized freezer bag and pour the marinade over them.
- Add red onion and bell peppers to freezer bag. Seal freezer bag and ensure excess air is squeezed out. Gently mix contents together so that the marinade fully coats the chicken.
- Place in freezer and store up to 3 months.
- When ready to enjoy, thaw completely and pour contents into slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6 hours, or high for 3 hours, or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 7 grams
STIR-FRIED CHICKEN FAJITAS
I developed this recipe one evening when I was hungry for fajitas but didn't want to light the charcoal grill! That makes the preparation a little different from traditional chicken fajitas...but our family likes these better.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In heavy plastic bag, combine chicken strips and dressing; refrigerate several hours or overnight, turning bag occasionally. Drain. , Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat; stir-fry chicken strips and onions for 2 minutes. Add pepper strips and mushrooms; cook and stir until chicken is done and peppers are tender-crisp. Season with garlic salt, lemon juice and salt and pepper as desired. Serve in warm tortillas. Top with picante sauce and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 14g fat, Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 694mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate, Fiber 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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