MEXICAN CHICKEN FAJITAS

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When we're in the mood for Mexican food, I'll reach for this recipe. Much of the meal can be prepared in advance, so I can avoid the last-minute rush at dinnertime.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
8 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
1 large tomato, diced
3/4 cup sour cream
Taco sauce

Steps:

  • In a glass bowl or resealable plastic bag, mix first eight ingredients. Add chicken; toss to coat. Cover or close bag and refrigerate for 4 hours. Drain, discarding marinade. , Saute chicken in a large skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until juices run clear. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken down the center of each tortilla. , Top with lettuce, cheese, tomato, sour cream and taco sauce. Fold in sides of tortilla and serve immediately.

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Jim Gettis
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These fajitas were a great way to use up some leftover chicken. They were quick and easy to make, and they were delicious.


Gopi Pal
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I loved the marinade for the chicken. It gave the fajitas so much flavor.


Umer Tarazi
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These fajitas were so easy to make and they turned out so flavorful. I will definitely be making them again.


Janane
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I made these fajitas for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Riyan Jahangeer
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These fajitas were a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They loved the chicken and the veggies, and they asked for seconds.


Queen Chrysalis
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I loved the addition of the bell peppers and onions to these fajitas. They added a great flavor and crunch.


Phyllis Zenani
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These fajitas were the perfect meal for a weeknight dinner. They were quick and easy to make, and they were a hit with my family.


Mehnaz Koosar
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I made these fajitas in a skillet, but I think they would be even better if they were grilled.


Swajon Mahmud
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These fajitas were a great way to use up some leftover chicken. They were quick and easy to make, and they were delicious.


Mariam Abdelsalam
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I loved the marinade for the chicken. It gave the fajitas so much flavor.


Valentina Torres
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These fajitas were easy to make and so flavorful. I will be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Prabin Basnet
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I made these fajitas for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


christina lamore
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These fajitas were delicious! I loved the flavor of the chicken and the veggies. I will definitely be making these again.