Best 6 Chicken And Bacon Fajitas Recipes

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Chicken and bacon fajitas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This popular Tex-Mex dish is made with marinated chicken, bacon, and bell peppers, which are cooked together and served on warm tortillas. Topped with your favorite fajita toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, and salsa, this flavorful dish is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive dish to serve at your next party, chicken and bacon fajitas are a great option.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MESQUITE CHICKEN AND BACON FAJITAS



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I had some fajitas once at a chain restaurant....Chilis or Applebees I think....that had bacon and mushrooms. It was an unexpected twist. I used that idea as an inspiration for this recipe where I used a bottled Mesquite Marinade (because I can't seem to create one I like), chicken, portabello mushroom strips, bacon, and a nice sauce. I've served it several times (although not in a few years) and it is a hit every time. Let me know how you like it!

Provided by Melanie B.

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 fajitas, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 (12 ounce) bottle mesquite marinade, your favorite store bought variety
12 flour tortillas
1 cup sour cream, for serving
1 cup monterey jack cheese, for serving
6 chicken breasts, boneless and trimmed
1 red bell pepper, sliced in half and cleaned
1 green bell pepper, sliced in half and cleaned
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced in half and cleaned
2 medium portabello mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/4 inch slices
8 slices bacon, cooked and broken into bite sized pieces
4 large jalapenos, cut into halves, stems removed
1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo, finely minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a plastic re-sealable bag and peppers, onion, and mushrooms in a separate bag. Pour about 2/3 of the bottled marinade in the chicken bag and the other 1/3 in the vegetable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
  • In the meantime, make the sauce by whisking together all of the sauce ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove the chicken and vegetables from the marinating bags. Grill Chicken until cooked, about 3-5 minutes on each side. Grill vegetables until crisp and tender.
  • Slice chicken and vegetables into 1/4 - 1/2 inch slices.
  • Arrange on a serving platter with ramekin of sauce, sour cream, and cheese. Sprinkle bacon chunks on top. Serve with your favorite warmed tortillas and bean side dish recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 851.4, Fat 50.6, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 147, Sodium 906.3, Carbohydrate 53.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 15.9, Protein 46.1

CHICKEN AND BACON FAJITAS



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices of bacon
4 chicken breasts, cubed
1 green & 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 med onion, chopped
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Tbsp 3 to 4 chopped parsley
Shredded cheese
Tortillas

Steps:

  • Cook bacon till crisp; crumble and set aside. Keep 1 Tbsp. bacon fat, and add chicken. When chicken is halfway done add veggies.
  • Add spices and bacon when chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve with warm tortillas and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CHICKEN AND BEEF FAJITAS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h10m

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 45

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chili powder
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 3 limes
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 pounds skirt steak
5 plum (Roma) tomatoes
3 jalapeno peppers
1/2 large (or 1 small) onion
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1/2 lime
Salt
2 medium onions, halved and sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 orange bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 orange bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
30 to 40 flour tortillas
Fiesta Beans, recipe follows
1 pound grated Cheddar cheese
One 8-ounce container sour cream
5 limes, sliced into wedges
2 pounds dried pinto beans
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 green bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 orange bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
1 onion, diced
1 ham hock (or 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into pieces)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • For the marinade: In a blender, combine the olive oil, chili powder, Worcestershire, cumin, red pepper flakes, garlic and lime juice. Next add the sugar, salt and pepper and blend the marinade until it's totally combined and smooth.
  • For the meat: Place the chicken and beef in separate 2-quart baking dishes or large resealable plastic storage bags. Pour the marinade over the chicken and beef and rub the marinade all over the meat. Give your hands a good wash, and then cover the dishes with plastic wrap and let them marinate in the fridge for 4 to 6 hours.
  • For the pico de gallo: Chop the tomatoes, jalapenos and onion into a very small dice. (Leave the seeds in your jalapenos for a hotter pico. Adjust the amount of jalapenos to your preferred temperature.) Next, chop up a nice-sized bunch of cilantro. Just remove and discard the long leafless stems before chopping. No need to remove the leaves from the stems completely. Place all of these ingredients together in a bowl and give it a good stir. Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the bowl. Add salt to taste and stir again.
  • For the fajita vegetables: Throw the onions and bell peppers into a bowl and toss with the olive oil and some salt and pepper.
  • When ready to cook, preheat the grill to high heat.
  • Cook the chicken on both sides until completely cooked through (or to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F), about 4 minutes per side. Remove it to a platter to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Grill the beef on both sides until completely cooked through, about 5 minutes in total. Remove it to a platter to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Tip the fajita vegetables into a grill basket and grill until cooked, tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • To put it all together: Pile the veggies on a platter. Slice the chicken and beef.
  • For the fixins: Wrap the tortillas in foil and warm through on the grill. Serve the chicken, beef and veggies with the warm tortillas, Fiesta Beans, grated cheese, sour cream, lime wedges and pico de gallo.
  • Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with cold water. Set them aside and let them soak for 5 to 6 hours or overnight.
  • Drain and rinse the beans, and then place them in a large pot. Add the garlic, green, orange and red bell peppers and the onions. Cover them with about an inch of water, and then add the ham hock or bacon. Next add the chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir to combine, and then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the beans until tender, about 2 hours. Check the liquid level about halfway through the cooking process; if you'd prefer the beans to be less soupy, you can ladle off about a third of the cooking liquid.

CHICKEN AND BACON FAJITAS



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This is a colorful and flavorful fajita filling served in hot, fresh flour tortillas. Absolutely delicious! And for those who are watching their carbs, it is just as good eaten with a fork without the tortillas!

Provided by Angie

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
salt to taste
3 slices peppered bacon, diced
½ cup chopped onion
1 chopped green bell pepper
1 chopped red bell pepper
1 ½ cups chopped mushrooms
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
¾ cup chopped cilantro
8 large flour tortillas (burrito size), warmed to soften

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts until the outside is golden brown, and the juices run clear. Salt the breasts to taste, then set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in the hot skillet until it begins to release some oil. Stir in the onion, and bell peppers; cook until the bacon is crispy and the onions are transluscent. Stir in the tomatoes and mushrooms, and continue cooking until the mushrooms have softened.
  • Slice the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, then add to the skillet along with the cilantro. Stir to combine, and cook for a minute to reheat. Spoon into warmed tortillas to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.9 calories, Carbohydrate 82.1 g, Cholesterol 65.6 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1305.2 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

RANCH CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Give sizzling chicken fajitas a tangy twist by adding ranch dressing mix to the marinade. They have so much flavor, it's almost hard to believe how quickly they come together! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1 cup sour cream
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa and guacamole

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker and other seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate 1-4 hours. , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute peppers and onions in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Return pepper mixture to pan; heat through. , Spoon filling down the center of tortillas; fold in half. In a small bowl, stir together sour cream and remaining 1 tablespoon Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker. Serve with fajitas and, if desired, additional toppings.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Delicious and easy chicken fajitas. Serve with preferred toppings such as black beans, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, rice, salsa, etc.

Provided by Suzie Clymer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or more as needed
1 onion, cut into strips
1 bell pepper, cut into strips, or more to taste
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
¼ cup water, or more to taste
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix (such as Old El Paso®), or more to taste
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion and bell pepper. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove vegetables to a plate.
  • Add chicken to the skillet, adding more oil if needed. Saute until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes. Add water and taco seasoning; stir until seasoning dissolves. Simmer until sauce begins to thicken and stick to chicken, and chicken is fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Serve chicken and vegetables on tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 767 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for fajitas. They cook quickly and evenly, and they're easy to slice into thin strips.
  • Slice the chicken thinly: this will help it cook evenly and quickly. You can use a sharp knife or a kitchen shears to slice the chicken.
  • Marinate the chicken: marinating the chicken in a flavorful marinade will help it stay moist and juicy while it cooks. You can use a variety of different marinades, but a simple mixture of olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic is a good place to start.
  • Cook the chicken over high heat: this will help it get a nice sear and cook evenly. You can cook the chicken in a skillet or on a grill.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: if you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of sear. Cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: the chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. You can check the temperature with a meat thermometer.
  • Serve the chicken fajitas immediately: fajitas are best served hot and fresh. Serve them with your favorite toppings, such as tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Chicken and bacon fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and bacon fajitas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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