Perfect for a summertime meal, these fajitas were both light and filling. Full of flavor and different from the southwestern versions I’ve tried in the past. These were a refreshing change.
My entire family really enjoyed them. I set out the toppings and each of us assembled our own with our favorite foods. One of my boys was excited to fill his almost entirely with mushrooms and cheese and the other one was thrilled to stuff his with extra onions.
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1/4cupfresh lime juice2 large limes provided more than enough for this recipe
1/3cupwater
2tablespoonslight olive oil
2large garlic clovesminced
3teaspoonsred wine vinegaror apple cider vinegar
2teaspoonssoy sauce
1/2teaspoonliquid smoke
1teaspoonsea salt
1/2teaspoonchili powder
1/2teaspooncayenne pepper
1/4black pepper
1/8teaspoononion powder
Fajitas:
1 1/2poundschicken breastsabout 3 large breasts
1tablespoonlight olive oil
1large yellow onioncut into thin strips
1large green peppercut into thin strips
1large red peppercut into thin strips
8ouncesmushroomssliced or quartered
1teaspoonsoy sauce
2tablespoonswater
1/2teaspoonfresh lime juice
dash of salt and fresh pepper
Instructions
Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Place chicken in a large ziploc bag and pound to an even thickness. Pour the marinade over the chicken and seal the bag. Place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
After chicken has marinated, broil (or grill) the chicken for approximately 5 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and tent with foil on a plate to keep warm. While the chicken is cooking, prep the vegetables.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and then add the onions, bell peppers and mushrooms. Cook until crisp tender, tossing gently with tongs periodically. Add the remaining ingredients and cook another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Slice chicken thinly and toss with the skillet ingredients. Serve immediately with flour tortillas and top with lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, or whatever else you like best.
Hi, I’m Mary. I’m the author, cook, photographer, and travel lover behind the scenes here at Barefeet In The Kitchen. I'm also the author of three cookbooks dedicated to making cooking from scratch as simple as possible.
sliceofsouthern says
Hi, I just LOVE your blog! I was just saying to myself last night I need to make fajitas…and now I will….! I'm your newest subscriber and fan!!!
Kelly @ Eat Yourself Skinny says
These look delicious!! I LOVE chicken fajitas, yum!! 🙂
The Slow Roasted Italian says
These were delicious, flavorful and definitely not enough on my plate. Well, heck I could have had 2 plates it was so good.
Holly says
I love this recipe! We have made it often!! Yum!
Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says
These look fabulous – they will be a big hit with my lot I'm sure. I've actually never used liquid smoke!
Mary x