Best 3 Chicken Fajita Potatoes Recipes

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Chicken fajita potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together. This dish combines the flavors of classic fajitas with the hearty goodness of potatoes, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to be a hit with friends and family.

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CHICKEN FAJITA POTATOES



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

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large baking potatoes
1 medium red bell peppers or 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1 (3 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives
2 tablespoons diced green chilies
1 cup salsa
sour cream
guacamole
salsa

Steps:

  • Scrub the potatoes; pat dry and wrap in aluminum foil. Bake at 400°F for 1 hour or until done.
  • Cook the pepper and the onion in the butter in medium saucepan until tender; add the taco seasoning mix and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in the chicken, cheese, olives, and chilies.
  • Cut a lengthwise slit in the top of each potato; press each potato open and spoon the chicken mixture into the potatoes. spoon 1/4 cup of salsa over each potato.
  • Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and additional salsa.

CHICKEN FAJITA POTATOES



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These fajita fixin's go so well piled high on top of a baked potato for a very filling meal!

Provided by Nancy Allen

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large baking potaoes
1 medium sized red or green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted
1 Tbsp taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 c shredded cooked chicken breast ( 6oz.)
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese ( 2oz. )
1/2 c shredded monterey jack cheese ( 2oz. )
1 can(s) 2 1/4 oz. sliced ripe olives, drained
2 Tbsp diced green chiles
1 c salsa
sour cream (optional)
guacamole (optional)
salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Scrub potatoes; pat dry. Wrap in aluminum foil, and bake at 400 degrees for 1 hour or until tender.
  • 2. Cook pepper and onion in butter in a medium saucepan until tender. Add taco seasoning mix. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in chicken, cheeses, olives, and chiles.
  • 3. Cut a lengthwise slit in top of each potato. Press each potato open. Spoon chicken mixture into the potatoes. Spoon 1/4 cup salsa over each potato. If desired, serve with sour cream, guacamole, and additional salsa. Makes 4 servings.

CHICKEN FAJITA POTATOES



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A great twist on a a tired baked potato!

Provided by Debbie Quimby

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large baking potatoes, cleaned and baked
1 small onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 Tbsp butter or margarine
1 Tbsp taco seasoning mix
6 oz chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite sized pieces
1/2 c monterrey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1 jar(s) green or black olives (2 1/4 oz)
2 Tbsp green chili peppers, canned, diced
1 c salsa

Steps:

  • 1. Bake the potatoes.
  • 2. Over medium heat, cook onion and bell pepper in butter or margarine until tender. Add taco seasoning mix, cook and stir for 1 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • 3. Stir in chicken breast, cheeses, olives and chili peppers.
  • 4. Divide chicken mixture over potatoes and top with 1/4 cup salsa on each potato. I always add sour cream as well because I love sour cream.

Tips:

  • Use a cast iron skillet. This will help the chicken and potatoes get a nice, crispy crust.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet. If you do, the chicken and potatoes won't cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken and potatoes over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
  • Season the chicken and potatoes with your favorite fajita seasoning. This will give them a delicious flavor.
  • Serve the chicken and potatoes with your favorite fajita toppings. This could include things like guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cheese.

Conclusion:

This recipe for chicken fajita potatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken and potatoes are cooked in a flavorful fajita seasoning, and they are served with your favorite fajita toppings. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family!

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