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Description
This recipe for chicken fajitas is an absolute go-to for the weeknight rotation. The simplicity of the recipe combined with quality ingredients is what makes this dish outstanding. Not only is it incredibly flavorful and high in protein, but it also offers the convenience of easily re-heatable leftovers. Designed to serve 2 hungry people, this recipe is sure to satisfy appetites while likely leaving extra guacamole for dipping—so keep that in mind when scaling up the ingredients! Recipe and Photo Credit: Rafi Fronzaglia @rafi_fronzaglia
Ingredients
- 2 medium avocados (peeled and seeded)
- 1/2 medium red onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 jalapeño (medium, seeded and finely diced)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 clove fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 lime
- chicken bouillon (to taste)
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 1 pkg. taco seasoning mix
- avocado oil
- 3 large bell peppers (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 white onion sliced (medium, into thin strips)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 10 fajita size flour tortillas (warmed)
- refried beans (optional)
Directions
- To Make the Guacamole: Place avocados in large mixing bowl and mash. Add red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic and lime juice. Stir to combine all the ingredients. Season to taste with chicken bouillon. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, pressing directly on top of guac. Set aside until ready to serve.
- To Prepare the Fajitas: Pat chicken thighs dry and season on both sides with Taco Seasoning.
- Heat about 2 tablespoons avocado oil in 12-inch skillet on medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken thighs; cook about 4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and keep warm.
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Calories300Calories from Fat110 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Fat12g18% |
Saturated Fat2.5g13% |
Trans Fat |
Cholesterol30mg10% |
Sodium610mg25% |
Potassium490mg14% |
Protein13g |
Calories from Fat110 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Carbohydrate37g12% |
Dietary Fiber7g28% |
Sugars4g |
Vitamin A10% |
Vitamin C70% |
Calcium10% |
Iron15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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