Serrano-Lime Chicken Fajitas
Servings
4people
Servings
4people
Ingredients
  • 2tablespoons olive oildivided
  • 1pound chicken strips or tenders
  • 2teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1teaspoon chili powder
  • 1small serrano pepperseeded and minced
  • 3tablespoons lime juice
  • 1medium yellow bell peppercored, seeded, and cut into strips
  • 1medium green bell peppercored, seeded, and cut into strips
  • 1small red onionhalved and sliced into 1/4-inch half moons
  • 1cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4-88-inch whole-wheat tortillas
Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet. Sprinkle fajita strips with cumin and chili powder; transfer to skillet and sear on both sides. Add serrano pepper and lime juice; cover and cook until chicken is tender and cooked through, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
  2. While chicken is cooking, heat remaining olive oil in a small skillet and sauté bell peppers and onion for 5-7 minutes, until just tender. Stir in cilantro. Season vegetables and chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Transfer vegetables and chicken to a warm serving plate. Warm tortillas in microwave for 10 seconds each. Top with chicken, vegetables, and desired garnishes.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Serrano-Lime Chicken Fajitas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362
% Daily Value*
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 257mg 11%
Total Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Protein 32g 64%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

PER SERVING: 362 cal, 30% fat cal, 12g fat, 1g sat fat, 66mg chol, 32g protein, 30g carb, 4g fiber, 257mg sodium