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Kate Ramos

Grilled Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Chicken marinated with coriander and cumin and grilled along with sweet bell peppers and onions. Dairy and gluten free!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6
Course: chicken
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 284

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Combine the 4 chicken breasts, juice from 1 lime, the 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, the 2 cloves chopped garlic, the 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, the 1/2 teaspoon pepper, the 1 teaspoon dried oregano, the 1 teaspoon salt, the 1 teaspoon cumin, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large bowl and toss to coat chicken breasts. Cover and refrigerate at least an hour or up to a day in advance. 
  2. 30 minutes before grilling remove chicken from the refrigerator. Heat outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Clean and brush grates with oil. While grill is heating, toss the 1 large onion, red and green peppers, and whole jalapenos in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and season well with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken on the preheated grill, draining & discarding any excess marinade. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through with beautifully charred grill marks. Transfer to a plate or small baking sheet and cover with foil to keep warm while the vegetables cook.
  4. Place vegetables on the grill, turning every few minutes, until tender, about 10 minutes total. Slice chicken and vegetables into thin strips. Serve with warm tortillas, avocado slices and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 284kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 29gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 83mgSodium: 148mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

    1. No Grill? No Problem! If you don't have a grill, cook the chicken and veggies in a hot cast-iron skillet on the stovetop just like they do at your favorite Tex-Mex restaurant.
    2. Get Creative: Experiment with your favorite toppings! Sliced avocado, shredded cheese, hot sauce, and fresh salsas are all delicious additions.
    3. Steak Substitute: This marinade also works great with flank steak or skirt steak. See Chef Tips for grilling times.
    4. Warm those tortillas! For the best fajita experience, warm your tortillas on a skillet or directly over a gas flame before serving.

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