Best 7 Chicken Fajita Pita Copycat Recipes

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Craving that mouthwatering chicken fajita pita from a popular fast-food chain? Look no further! We've got the ultimate copycat recipe that'll satisfy your taste buds and leave you longing for more. Get ready to recreate the magic of perfectly grilled chicken, tender and flavorful, encased in a soft pita pocket, accompanied by a symphony of vibrant fillings. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to make the best chicken fajita pita copycat recipe that will transport you to fast-food heaven with every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FAJITA PITAS



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I was late coming home one evening and forgot to pick up tortillas for the fajitas we planned for dinner. So we used pita bread that I had in the freezer instead. The warm chicken-filled pockets, garnished with a homemade sauce and other tasty toppings, are often requested when we're hungry for something in a hurry. -Diana Jones, Springtown, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium tomato, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 large sweet pepper, halved and seeded
1 large onion, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese
8 pita pocket halves
Optional: Guacamole and sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. For salsa, combine first 4 ingredients; stir in 1 tablespoon oil., Brush pepper halves and onion slices with remaining oil. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place vegetables and chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until vegetables are tender and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 4-6 minutes per side., Cut vegetables and chicken into strips; toss with cheese. Spoon into pita halves; place on a baking sheet. Bake until cheese is melted, 5-7 minutes. Serve with salsa and, if desired, guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN FAJITA QUESADILLAS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Fajita Quesadillas Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, taco seasoning, vegetable oil, onion, garlic cloves, bell peppers, lime, tortillas, butter, shredded cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 breasts chicken breast
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic cloves, sliced
3 bell peppers, sliced
1 lime, juiced
8 tortillas
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups shredded cheese, mexican blend

Steps:

  • Slice the chicken breasts into strips, about an inch apart, and coat with taco seasoning. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil and cook chicken until no longer pink and slightly charred. Remove cooked chicken from the skillet.
  • Heat another Tbsp. oil, add onion and garlic and cook for a couple minutes until it's slightly translucent. Add the peppers, and cook slightly, then mix in the cooked chicken. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a clean pan, melt a bit of butter. Add a tortilla and move it around until it's buttery. Add cheese, then fajita mixture, then more cheese, then top with another tortilla and pat it down.
  • Flip the quesadilla over and cook the other side until it's golden. Remove from pan and cut into quarters. Repeat these steps with the remaining tortillas.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 863 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CHICKEN FAJITA QUESADILLA RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Fajita Quesadilla Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, bell pepper, white onion, large flour tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded monterey jack cheese, fresh cilantro, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 quesadillas

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup bell pepper, green, red, or yellow peppers, julienned
½ cup white onion, julienned
2 large flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, double for 2 quesadillas
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese, double for 2 quesadillas
fresh cilantro
guacamole
sour cream
pico de gallo, or salsa

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, coat chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and garlic powder. Cook 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the peppers and onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are soft. Remove chicken, onions and peppers from the pan and set aside.
  • Place the tortilla in the skillet and add a layer of cheese on half of the tortilla.
  • Add cooked chicken, peppers and onions. Top with more cheese and fold the tortilla in half.
  • Cook for 6 minutes over medium heat, flipping half way.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream on the side.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 827 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 66 grams, Sugar 6 grams

FAJITAS IN PITAS



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For a weekend lunch with company, we grill chicken and peppers to stuff inside pita pockets. The dressing doubles as a grilling sauce and a sandwich spread. -Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 green onion, chopped
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 medium sweet red peppers, halved and seeded
2 medium green peppers, halved and seeded
8 pita pocket halves, warmed
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, green onion, mustard and pepper; reserve 1/3 cup for assembling. Spread remaining mixture over chicken and peppers., Grill chicken and peppers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165° and peppers are tender. Cut chicken into 1/2-in. slices; cut peppers into 1-in. slices., Spread reserved mayonnaise mixture inside pita halves; fill with lettuce, chicken and peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 24g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 640mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

PITA CHICKEN FAJITAS



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My mother found this recipe on the back of a pita bread bag. It came out great and its also low-cal.

Provided by TexasKelly

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons salad oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb chicken cutlet, cut in thin strips
1 large green peppers or 1 large yellow pepper, cut in strips
1 large onion, sliced
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 pita bread

Steps:

  • In large skillet, heat oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt& pepper over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken; saute 4 minutes or until tender.
  • Add red pepper, onion and lime juice; saute 4 minutes.
  • Cut 1/3 off each pita and fill with chicken mixture.
  • If desired, top with salsa and sour cream.
  • Makes 4 sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.6, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 690, Carbohydrate 41.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.3, Protein 32.7

CHICKEN FAJITA PITA



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Make and share this Chicken Fajita Pita recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup Italian salad dressing (fat free)
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 (7 inch) pita bread rounds, halved (or use flour tortillas)
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing (or use low-fat yogurt)
picante sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine Italian salad dressing and soy sauce in a medium bowl and add chicken. Cover and chill at least 8 hours. Remove chicken from marinade and reserve.
  • Grill chicken over medium heat 10 minutes on each side or until well cooked and light browned. Cut into strips and keep it warm.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet and place over medium-high heat until hot and add peppers and onion slices. Cook until vegetables are crisp-tender and then add grilled chicken strips.
  • Fill pita halves with chicken and vegetables and serve with Ranch salad dressing or yogurt and picante sauce, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.3, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 38.9, Sodium 1384.5, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 16.7

HOMEMADE CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Making homemade fajita seasoning is a lot easier than you might think, and you probably already have the ingredients in your spice cabinet. Simply combine a mixture of chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and voila, you're ready to make fajitas. Brighten up this dish with a mixture of red, orange, yellow, and green peppers. Top with your favorite garnishes. We use sour cream, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

Provided by Mark A. Sheeler

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 5h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
4 tablespoons olive oil, or more as needed
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Whisk chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder for fajita seasoning together in a small bowl.
  • Trim chicken of any excess fat and place in a large, lidded bowl. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with about 3/4 of the fajita seasoning. Toss, adding more oil if necessary, until coated. Poke chicken with a knife to allow penetration of seasoning and oil. Place the lid on the bowl and shake until chicken is thoroughly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator, shaking every couple of hours, for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Remove the marinating bowl from the refrigerator and let sit on the counter until chicken is room temperature, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Make 2 stacks of 4 tortillas, and wrap each one in aluminum foil.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add peppers and onion. Stir in remaining fajita seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While vegetables are cooking, place tortillas in the oven to warm. At the same time, grill chicken, turning halfway through, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • To assemble fajitas, fill warmed tortillas with chicken, peppers, and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 42.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1099.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips:

  • To make the chicken fajita pita taste more authentic, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • If you don't have fajita seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through but not dry.
  • If you want a more flavorful fajita, marinate the chicken in the fajita seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • To make the pitas more flavorful, brush them with olive oil and sprinkle them with garlic powder and salt before baking.
  • Feel free to add other toppings to your fajita pita, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Conclusion:

The chicken fajita pita is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its flavorful chicken, soft pitas, and fresh toppings, the chicken fajita pita is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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