WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN FAJITAS FOR TWO

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My family loves fajitas and asks for them at least once a week. This quick and easy version gets as close to the version our local taqueria serves.-Tanya Cook, West Salem, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried cilantro flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons marinade for chicken
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each), cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce and tomatoes

Steps:

Combine the seasonings; set aside 1 tablespoon. Add 2 tablespoons oil, marinade for chicken, juices and Liquid Smoke if desired to remaining mixture; pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute the onion, red pepper and reserved seasonings in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Spoon chicken and vegetables onto tortillas; fold in sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

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I've made these fajitas several times and they're always a hit. My family loves them and they're so easy to make.

Kage Duncan

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These fajitas are easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal. I love that I can have a healthy and delicious meal on the table in no time.

Javed Gull

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I'm not a big fan of fajitas, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was flavorful and the veggies were cooked to perfection.

Naomi Nicole

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These fajitas are a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some grilled chicken in the fridge and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up.

Amir Nazir

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I followed the recipe exactly and the fajitas turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the veggies were perfectly cooked.

Campus Computer

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The chicken was a bit dry, but the overall flavor of the dish was good.

XXcrazy_gamezXX

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These fajitas are easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can have a restaurant-quality meal at home in just 30 minutes.

S Jones

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I made these chicken fajitas last night and they were a hit! My husband loved them and said they were better than any fajitas he's had at a restaurant.

thomas ochar

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These chicken fajitas exceeded my expectations! The flavors were incredible and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.

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