Best 4 Chicken Fajita Kabobs Recipes

Chicken fajita kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-cook meal perfect for summer grilling. Featuring tender chicken marinated in flavorful spices, these kabobs are sure to be a hit with your friends and family. They can be made with various ingredients and cooking methods, allowing you to customize them to your personal taste and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a spicy or mild marinade, or prefer grilling, baking, or broiling your kabobs, you'll find a recipe that suits your preferences. Serve them with your favorite sides like grilled veggies, Spanish rice, or a refreshing avocado salsa for a complete and satisfying meal.

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CHICKEN FAJITA KABOBS

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Fresh chicken fajita marinated in lime, and spices, stacked high on skewers with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes and grilled to perfection.

Provided by Michaela Kenkel

Categories Chicken

Time 3h55m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 1/2 - 2 pounds of chicken breasts cut into chunks
Chicken Fajita Marinade
1 small red onion, cut into chunks
1 each red, yellow and green bell pepper, cut into chunks
1-2 cups grape tomatoes (to taste)

Steps:

Soak the wooden skewers for about an hour in some water before using. Preheat grill to 400 degrees. Stack marinated chicken and veggies on skewers in a random fashion. Grill for 10 minutes, flip over. Grill for 10 minutes more. Chicken will have an internal temperature of 165 degrees when cooked properly. Serve with warm tortillas and toppings of you choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 85 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 7 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 209 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

FAJITA CHICKEN KABOBS RECIPE

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These Fajita Chicken Kabobs are a fun grilling recipe. This is a charred and bite-sized version of the sizzling pan fajitas that we all love, and it's your new summer favorite!

Provided by Diana

Categories Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1½ pounds chicken breasts (skinless boneless - cubed into 1-inch pieces)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime (juiced)
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green. Sliced into 1-inch pieces)
1 yellow onion (quartered into 1-inch pieces)

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, lime juice, and fajita seasoning. Check if your fajita seasoning already contains salt, if not, then season with salt. Allow to marinate as you prep the veggies.
Core and deseed the bell peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces. Peel and slice the onion into 1 inch pieces. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with dried oregano and salt if desired (optional).
Thread the chicken and the vegetables onto skewers, if using bamboo skewers then be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using. Alternate between the vegetables and chicken pieces.
Preheat on medium-high heat or 375℉ (190℃). Be sure to clean the grill grates, and oil them before placing the chicken skewers.
Place the skewers on your preheated grill, and cook for 6-8 minutes per side. The chicken is ready when its internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C. Pull off the grill and serve with guacamole, and lime crema or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 344 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN FAJITA KABOBS

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Kabob-style chicken fajitas make for an easy, versatile meal hot off the grill.

Categories Entree

Time 40m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup canola oil
3 bell peppers, any colors you like
1 onion

Steps:

Cut chicken into 1-inch strips, then cut each strip into 1-inch chunks. Mix in medium bowl with taco seasoning mix and oil; set aside.
Cut tops and bottoms off bell peppers. Remove seeds and ribs, and cut each pepper into 1-inch chunks; set aside. Peel and cut onion into 1-inch chunks; set aside. Alternately thread chunks of seasoned chicken, bell peppers and onion onto skewers.
Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place skewers on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook skewers 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink in center.
Serve with tortillas and any of your favorite fajita fixings or on top of a salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS

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This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! -Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, 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
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole, sliced red onions and sour cream

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate for 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. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

To ensure even cooking, cut the chicken and vegetables into uniform pieces.
Use a sharp knife to cut the chicken and vegetables to prevent tearing.
Do not overcrowd the skewers. Leave some space between the pieces to allow for even cooking.
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to infuse it with flavor.
For a smoky flavor, grill the kabobs over charcoal or wood chips.
If you are using a gas grill, preheat it to medium-high heat before grilling the kabobs.
Cook the kabobs for 8-10 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Serve the kabobs hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Chicken fajita kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover chicken, and they can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables or seasonings. Whether you are grilling them outdoors or cooking them in the oven, chicken fajita kabobs are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.