Best 5 Hawaiian Chicken Fajitas Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Creating delectable Hawaiian chicken fajitas at home is an exciting culinary adventure that infuses the vibrant flavors of the tropics into a classic Mexican dish. With its zesty blend of tropical fruits, sweet and savory sauces, and tender grilled chicken, this dish transports taste buds to a tropical paradise. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or seeking a flavorful weeknight meal, this recipe guide will take you on a culinary journey to the islands, offering step-by-step instructions and tips to help you create an unforgettable Hawaiian chicken fajita experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKEN PINEAPPLE FAJITAS



Chicken Pineapple Fajitas image

Pineapple brings a sweet and sassy flavor to this chicken fajita dish, we love it, have it a lot in the summer.

Provided by SHERRYLYNN2

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
2 small red bell peppers, cut into strips
2 teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 slices canned pineapple, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
chopped fresh cilantro
lime wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap the tortillas in aluminum foil and heat in the oven.
  • Combine the chicken, bell pepper, jerk seasoning, and pepper in a large bowl, set aside. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and coat with cooking spray. Add the pineapple and cook until brown, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove the pineapple from the pan and set aside.
  • Return the skillet to the stove and heat the vegetable oil. Add the chicken and peppers; cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Stir in the cooked pineapple. Serve in the warmed tortillas and garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 65.9 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 709.3 mg, Sugar 11.7 g

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN FAJITAS



Pineapple Chicken Fajitas image

Suggested romance: Serve with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa and toasted almonds. Honey and pineapple add a sweet twist to these fajitas that my family loves. I like to serve them with coleslaw and baked or fried potatoes. -Raymonde Bourgeois, Swastika, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow peppers, julienned
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken in oil for 4-5 minutes. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer. , In a small bowl, combine seasoning mix and water; stir in the honey, parsley, garlic powder and salt. Stir into skillet. Add pineapple. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. , Place chicken mixture on one side of each tortilla; fold tortillas over filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS



Flavorful Chicken Fajitas image

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

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

HAWAIIAN CHICKEN FAJITAS



Hawaiian Chicken Fajitas image

Make and share this Hawaiian Chicken Fajitas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 tortillas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 slices pineapple, fresh (1/2 inch slices)
6 cups baby mesclun
8 large flour tortillas
1/2 cup tamari
1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon wasabi paste
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
4 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In-between wax paper lightly pound chicken until uniform in thickness.
  • In a small saucepan mix together the tamari, unsweetened pineapple juice, sesame oil, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, grated ginger and garlic.
  • Bring to a quick boil, reduce heat and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, or until sugar dissolves.
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Place chicken in a freezer bag and add marinade.
  • Marinate at least 8 hours.
  • Prep Grill.
  • While grill is heating up whisk together in a medium bowl the wasabi paste, honey, mayo, sour cream, pineapple juice, cilantro, salt and pepper.
  • Grill the chicken and pineapple slices until done, about 30 minutes.
  • Quickly heat the flour tortillas on the grill.
  • To assemble:.
  • Slice chicken and pineapple.
  • Place a small bed of greens on each tortilla, followed by the chicken and pineapple. Drizzle the wasabi cream evenly over each and chow down!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1286, Fat 34.7, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 3765.8, Carbohydrate 193.8, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 67.2, Protein 51.6

CHICKEN FAJITA SLIDERS IN 15 MINUTES OR LESS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Fajita Sliders In 15 Minutes Or Less Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: onion, red bell pepper, garlic, vegetable oil, rotisserie chicken, taco seasoning, lime, water, butter, garlic, dinner roll, mexican blend cheese

Provided by Becca Park

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 sliders

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ onion
1 red bell pepper
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning
½ lime, squeezed
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic
12 rolls dinner roll, 1 pack
2 cups mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet.
  • Thinly slice onion, red bell pepper, and 1 garlic clove.
  • In heated skillet, saute onion, peppers, and garlic on medium-high. Cook for 4-5 minutes until onions are slightly translucent and tender.
  • Stir in the chicken, taco seasoning, and a squeeze of lime. Mix together well. Remove skillet from heat and set aside.
  • Microwave butter for 20 seconds, or until fully melted. Mix in minced garlic.
  • Preheat oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  • Cut the dinner rolls in half and place the bottom layer on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
  • Sprinkle a thick layer of cheese on top of the rolls. Then scoop a layer of the chicken fajita mixture on top. Finally, sprinkle another layer of cheese.
  • Place on the dinner roll tops and brush them with the butter and garlic mixture.
  • Bake sliders for 5 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken.
  • If you don't have fajita seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Be sure to heat the tortillas thoroughly before filling them. You can do this in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave.
  • To add a bit of extra flavor, you can top your fajitas with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or cheese.
  • If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian chicken fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a little planning, you can have this tasty dish on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Hawaiian chicken fajitas a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics