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Street-Side Fiery Chicken Fajitas

This recipe for Street-Side Fiery Chicken Fajitas is perfect for those who love a sizzling and smoky dish that combines spices and flavors from Mexico's street food culture.

🕒 Prep Time: 40 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Mexican, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy (cheese, sour cream)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 8 small flour tortillas 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup sour cream 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken into thin strips and marinate in half of the taco seasoning for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Cook until softened.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the remaining taco seasoning. Stir well to combine.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  6. Assemble the fajitas by adding chicken, vegetables, cheese, sour cream, and avocado slices to each tortilla.

Chef’s Insight

The perfect blend of spices elevates this dish to new heights, capturing the essence of a festival classic.

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings like salsa, jalapeños, or guacamole.

Cultural or Historical Background

Fajitas are believed to have originated in the Mexican state of Sinaloa, making them an iconic street food staple.