Best 6 Fajita Chicken Wings Recipes
Calling all chicken lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. We're bringing you the ultimate guide to cooking fajita chicken wings, a delectable fusion of Mexican flavors and the crispy goodness of chicken wings. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with expert tips, secret ingredients, and step-by-step instructions to create this mouthwatering dish. So, gather your apron, fire up your stove, and let's dive into the world of fajita chicken wings!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS
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
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
FAJITA CHICKEN WINGS
The ultimate party food. After soaking up Southwestern flavors, these wings will be especially popular.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 5h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut each chicken wing in half; place in large resealable food-storage plastic bag. Add marinade ingredients; seal bag. Turn bag to coat wings. Refrigerate at least 4 hours but no longer than 24 hours, turning bag occasionally.
- Heat oven to 375°F. Drain chicken wings, reserving marinade. Place chicken on broiler pan.
- Bake 45 to 60 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (180°F), brushing occasionally with reserved marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
FAJITA CHICKEN WINGS
I found this recipe in a Classic Pillsbury Cookbook from 1994. These are easy to prepare and oh so yummy! Preparation time does not include marination time.
Provided by Lacy S.
Categories Chicken
Time 1h15m
Yield 24 wings, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut chicken wings in half at the joint.
- Wash and dry chicken pieces thoroughly.
- Place all remaining ingredients for the marinade in a small bowl and mix to combine.
- Place pieces of chicken in a gallon size ziploc bag and add marinade.
- Place bag in refrigerator for 4-24 hours. Turn bag occasionally.
- Heat oven to 375 degrees.
- Remove chicken pieces from bag and place on a shallow baking pan.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside, and brush every 10-15 minutes with marinade.
- Discard any remaining marinade you have left.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.3, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 37.7, Sodium 133.2, Carbohydrate 0.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 9.1
LO-CARB FAJITA CHICKEN WINGS
If you are following a lo-carb diet, this recipe is a definite keeper! These chicken wings are crispy, tart, carmelized and yummy. The recipe calls for 12 chicken wings, but I've used many more than that, as the marinade goes a long way. Just marinate 4-24 hours before baking.
Provided by Saute Gently
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 24-36 pieces, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse chicken wings and dry with paper towels. Cut each chicken wing in half and place in large resealable gallon plastic bag.
- Add remaining ingredients to chicken wings. Turn bag to coat the wings. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours, turning bag occasionallly.
- Heat oven to 375 degees. Drain chicken wings, reserving marinade, and place on cookie sheet sprayed with non-stick spray.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes or until chicken browns, occasionally basting with reserved marinade. Discard remaining marinade.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.8, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 113.2, Sodium 399.7, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 27.2
FAJITA PARCHMENT-BAKED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: parchment paper, chicken breast, red pepper, yellow pepper, red onion, salsa, taco seasoning, mexican cheese blend, olive oil, salt, pepper
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Dinner
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Fold the parchment paper in half, then open up.
- Thinly slice the peppers and onion and lay them on one half of the parchment paper.
- Drizzle on oil and sprinkle on salt & pepper.
- Lay the chicken on the peppers. Season with taco seasoning, salt and pepper, and spoon on salsa. Top with cheese.
- Fold the parchment paper over the chicken, and cinch the paper together by folding it over itself along the edges.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165˚F (75˚C).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 51 grams, Sugar 11 grams
ONE-PAN CHICKEN FAJITA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, olive oil, salt, pepper, chicken breast, parchment paper, chilli powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, ground black pepper
Provided by Tiffany Lo
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place bell peppers and onions into mixing bowl and thoroughly coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Tear off a sheet of parchment paper, large enough to fold into a packet.
- Place bell peppers and chicken breast on top of parchment paper. Season with the fajita seasoning.
- Fold the edges of the parchment paper widthwise 2-3 times then twist the ends until fully closed.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 0 grams
Tips:
- To make the fajita chicken wings extra crispy, bake them in the oven at a high temperature for the last few minutes of cooking.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken wings in a skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to cook them until they are cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
- You can use any type of fajita seasoning mix that you like. If you don't have a store-bought mix, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
- Be sure to serve the fajita chicken wings with plenty of toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
Fajita chicken wings are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties, game days, or any other occasion. With their bold flavors and crispy texture, fajita chicken wings are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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