MARINATED FAJITA CHICKEN
I requested this recipe after I had these fajitas at a graduation party. This marinade makes some of the most delicious chicken I've ever tasted, so it's still awesome if you forgo making fajitas and just use it to marinate your chicken breasts.
Provided by Lauren
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 8h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; pour into a large resealable plastic bag.
- Put the chicken breasts into the bag, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade. Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Bake chicken breasts in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Shred chicken breasts with two forks to desired texture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 209.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
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[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so customizable. I can add different spices to the marinade to change up the flavor, and I can serve it with different sides. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, too.
Prince Shoaib
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any chicken lover. The marinade is packed with flavor and the chicken cooks up perfectly. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
MRC DawnX
[email protected]I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The chicken turned out perfectly and my family loved it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Shahin Ahamed
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out great. I usually serve it with rice and vegetables, and it's a healthy and delicious meal.
Abuzar janA
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used it to make fajitas, tacos, and burritos, and it's always delicious. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the marinade gives it a wonderful flavor.
K. Bee
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful. I served it with grilled vegetables and tortillas, and it was a perfect meal.
Alfie Morrison
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade made the chicken so flavorful and juicy, I couldn't get enough of it. I'll definitely be making this again.
meja bill
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out great. I usually marinate the chicken for a few hours, but even if I don't have time, it still comes out delicious.
sheikh ali
[email protected]This is my new favorite chicken recipe! The marinade is so flavorful and the chicken cooks up perfectly. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.
Raju thakur sk
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. I served it with rice and black beans, and it was a perfect meal.
Kailyn Posey
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so flavorful and moist, and the marinade was perfect. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.
Chinedu Babako
[email protected]I'm always looking for easy and flavorful chicken recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The marinade is simple to make and the chicken cooks up quickly. I served it with grilled veggies and tortillas, and it was a hit with my family.
Benediction Shabani
[email protected]This marinated fajita chicken recipe is an absolute winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the flavors were amazing. I loved the combination of spices and the hint of smokiness from the grill. My family devoured it, and I'll definitely be maki