Easy Chicken Fajitas

Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Easy Chicken Fajitas
20 min.
4
485kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious meal that packs a punch of flavor, look no further than these Easy Chicken Fajitas! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dairy-free recipe is not only simple to prepare but also ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings with friends and family.

Imagine succulent strips of chicken, perfectly seasoned with a homemade fajita spice blend, sautéed to juicy perfection alongside vibrant bell peppers and sweet onions. The combination of colors and aromas will have your taste buds dancing with anticipation. Wrapped in warm, soft tortillas, these fajitas are not just a meal; they’re an experience that brings everyone together around the table.

With each bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, all while keeping it dairy-free. Whether you choose to serve them with a side of salsa or a dollop of dairy-free sour cream, these fajitas are sure to impress. So grab your skillet and get ready to whip up a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 12  fajita-size flour tortillas warmed
  • cloves garlic minced
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • large onions 
  •  recipe fajita seasoning divided
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.5 cup water 
  •  bell peppers green red yellow (one each of , , and is prettiest, but not essential)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add chicken strips and cook, stirring a couple of times, until almost cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes.
  3. Add half of fajita seasoning and water, mix well, and let chicken finish cooking.
  4. Transfer chicken to a bowl; cover to keep warm.
  5. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet until hot.
  6. Add onions and peppers; cook, without stirring, until tender and some caramelized brown bits begin to show up in pan, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir; add garlic and remaining fajita seasoning.
  7. Let cook about 2 more minutes. Stir vegetables into seasoned chicken. (Or serve the vegetables separately.)
  8. Serve the fajita mixture on warm tortillas with salsa and sour cream on the side, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories485kcal
Protein22.42%
Fat30.98%
Carbs46.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.5
Glycemic Load
16
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.955652166968%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
4.23mg
Isorhamnetin
3.76mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
17.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:484.64kcal
24.23%
Fat:16.63g
25.59%
Saturated Fat:4.16g
26.02%
Carbohydrates:56.28g
18.76%
Net Carbohydrates:50.19g
18.25%
Sugar:8.69g
9.65%
Cholesterol:54.24mg
18.08%
Sodium:768.32mg
33.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.08g
54.17%
Vitamin C:78.8mg
95.51%
Selenium:47.79µg
68.27%
Vitamin B3:13.35mg
66.77%
Vitamin B6:1mg
49.95%
Phosphorus:405.64mg
40.56%
Vitamin B1:0.6mg
39.72%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.03%
Folate:111.8µg
27.95%
Fiber:6.08g
24.32%
Iron:4.2mg
23.32%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.75%
Potassium:701mg
20.03%
Vitamin K:19.35µg
18.43%
Calcium:169.48mg
16.95%
Vitamin B5:1.55mg
15.47%
Magnesium:59.61mg
14.9%
Copper:0.22mg
10.77%
Vitamin E:1.56mg
10.41%
Zinc:1.24mg
8.26%
Vitamin A:361.54IU
7.23%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.82%
Source:My Recipes