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Weeknight Chicken Fajitas for Two Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried cilantro flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons marinade for chicken
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each), cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce and tomatoes

Directions:
Directions:
1. Combine the seasonings; set aside 1 tablespoon. Add 2 tablespoons oil, marinade for chicken, juices, and Liquid Smoke if desired to the remaining mixture; pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal the bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally.
2. Drain and discard marinade. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.
3. In the same skillet, saute the onion, red pepper, and reserved seasonings in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Spoon chicken and vegetables onto tortillas; fold in sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
2 servings.
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
40 min. + marinating Cook: 10 min.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Fajitas are beloved by well, everybody, so this recipe won't disappoint. It's the perfect dish for one or two people when you want to order Mexican takeout.

 

 

 

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