**Monterey chicken fajitas** are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun weekend gathering. This classic Mexican dish features tender chicken strips, colorful bell peppers, and onions, all sizzling on a hot skillet. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, including chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and then cooked to perfection. The bell peppers and onions add a sweet and savory balance to the dish, while the Monterey Jack cheese provides a gooey, melted topping. Serve the fajitas with warm tortillas, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream for a complete and satisfying meal.
**This article includes two variations of the Monterey chicken fajitas recipe:**
* **Classic Monterey Chicken Fajitas:** This traditional recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinated in a simple blend of spices and grilled or cooked in a skillet until tender. The chicken is then sliced and served with sautéed bell peppers and onions, Monterey Jack cheese, and your favorite fajita toppings.
* **Creamy Monterey Chicken Fajitas:** This variation adds a creamy, indulgent twist to the classic dish. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of sour cream, lime juice, and spices, and then grilled or cooked in a skillet until tender. The chicken is then shredded and combined with sautéed bell peppers and onions, Monterey Jack cheese, and a creamy sauce made with sour cream, milk, and spices.
RANCH CHICKEN FAJITAS
Give sizzling chicken fajitas a tangy twist by adding ranch dressing mix to the marinade. They have so much flavor, it's almost hard to believe how quickly they come together! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker and other seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate 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. In a small bowl, stir together sour cream and remaining 1 tablespoon Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker. Serve with fajitas and, if desired, additional toppings.
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SWANNY'S KILLER FAJITAS
This is a great basic fajita recipe which can be tweaked to accommodate the whole family. Add some black beans or Spanish rice. Easy to spice up or down. Top each serving with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and spoonfuls of sour cream, taco sauce, and guacamole.
Provided by Huge
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place chicken strips in a bowl and stir in lime juice, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper; marinate chicken for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and pour in olive oil. Cook and stir red bell pepper and onion in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes; move vegetables to the outer edge of the skillet.
- Place chicken strips with marinade in the center of the skillet and cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 3 minutes; cook and stir chicken and vegetables together until liquid in skillet has evaporated, about 2 more minutes. Set chicken and vegetables aside.
- Place corn tortillas on a microwave-safe plate with damp paper towels separating each tortilla. Cook in microwave until tortillas are hot and flexible, about 30 seconds.
- Place corn tortillas onto 4 serving plates; spread each tortilla with 1 tablespoon sour cream.
- Top each tortilla with 1/4 of the chicken and vegetable mixture; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend.
- Sprinkle each tortilla with 1/4 cup lettuce and 2 tablespoons diced tomato.
- Top with any other desired toppings; repeat with remaining tortillas and ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 136.3 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
CAMPBELL'S MONTEREY CHICKEN FAJITAS
You don't have to travel to Monterey, or even to a take-out restaurant, to serve delicious chicken fajitas.
Provided by RecipeNut
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat half the oil.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and juices evaporate, stirring often.
- Set chicken aside.
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add remaining oil.
- ADD pepper and onion and cook until tender-crisp.
- Pour off fat.
- ADD soup and salsa.
- Heat to a boil.
- Return chicken to pan and heat through.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla.
- Top with cheese and additional salsa.
- Fold tortilla around filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.3, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 1455.7, Carbohydrate 66.8, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4.3, Protein 41.5
MONTEREY CHICKEN FAJITAS
Make and share this Monterey Chicken Fajitas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bamabelle1202
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 25m
Yield 8 fajitas, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil over med-high heat, brown chicken strips, add peppers and onions to the pan and cook until tender-crisp.
- Add soup and salsa to the pan, heat through.
- Spoon down the center of tortillas.
- Top with cheese and fold up the tortilla.
MONTEREY CHICKEN FAJITAS
Stir-fried chicken strips, peppers and onions are simmered in a zesty sauce and wrapped in warm tortillas.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a 10 inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook and stir until it is well browned.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the pepper and onion. Cook and stir until the vegetables are tender-crisp. Stir in the soup and salsa. Cook until the chicken is cooked through*.
- Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with the cheese and additional salsa. Fold the tortilla around the filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 12.6 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 817.1 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
MEXICAN CHICKEN FAJITAS
When we're in the mood for Mexican food, I'll reach for this recipe. Much of the meal can be prepared in advance, so I can avoid the last-minute rush at dinnertime.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a glass bowl or resealable plastic bag, mix first eight ingredients. Add chicken; toss to coat. Cover or close bag and refrigerate for 4 hours. Drain, discarding marinade. , Saute chicken in a large skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until juices run clear. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken down the center of each tortilla. , Top with lettuce, cheese, tomato, sour cream and taco sauce. Fold in sides of tortilla and serve immediately.
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Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken and vegetables. This will help them cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken and vegetables until they are tender but not overcooked.
- Use a variety of toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese, to create your own unique fajitas.
- Serve the fajitas immediately, while they are still hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Monterey chicken fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Monterey chicken fajitas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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