Elevate your weeknight dinner game with "Chicken Fajitas a La WW" – a flavorful, healthy twist on a Tex-Mex classic that’s perfect for the whole family. This quick and easy recipe features tender strips of marinated chicken, sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and red onions, all seasoned with a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, and lime juice. Served in warm whole wheat tortillas and topped with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro, low-fat sour cream, or creamy avocado, these fajitas are as nutritious as they are delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines bold flavors, wholesome ingredients, and simple meal prep, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying, guilt-free dinner.
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Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Place the chicken strips in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and mix until evenly coated. Let it marinate for 15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers, as well as the red onion, into thin strips.
Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the sliced bell peppers and red onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds until soft.
Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture in the warmed tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro, low-fat sour cream, and sliced avocado if desired. Enjoy!
Serving size | (1882.1g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2773.8 |
Total Fat 100.5g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 22.5g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
Cholesterol 425.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 4265.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 266.6g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 47.7g | 0% |
Total Sugars 29.1g | |
Protein 191.6g | 0% |
Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
Calcium 707.1mg | 0% |
Iron 21.3mg | 0% |
Potassium 4443.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories