Fiery Southwestern Smokehouse Chicken Fajitas

Fiery Southwestern Smokehouse Chicken Fajitas

Find the perfect smoky and spicy BBQ Smokehouse Chicken Fajitas recipe that's sure to impress your guests at your next dinner party.

Time: Prep: 30 mins (with overnight marination) Cook: 25 mins Total: 55 mins
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, BBQ

Allergens

Gluten (in tortillas), Dairy (Monterey Jack cheese)

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 large white onion, thinly sliced 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced (green, red, or a mix) 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp Smoky BBQ rub 8 small flour tortillas 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 avocado, sliced 1 lime, cut into wedges Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken breasts in Smoky BBQ rub for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Preheat a smoky grill to medium high heat.
  3. Grill the marinated chicken until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Remove from grill and let rest.
  4. In a separate pan, sauté onions and bell peppers in olive oil until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Slice the cooked chicken into strips and combine with the sautéed vegetables. Warm the tortillas over indirect heat on the grill.
  6. Assemble fajitas by placing a portion of the chicken vegetable mix, cheese, avocado slices, and lime wedges in each tortilla.
  7. Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Use freshly ground smoky BBQ rub for a deeper flavor profile.

Notes

For an extra smoky flavor, consider using hickory or mesquite wood chips on the grill.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the street food of Texas, known for its rich BBQ culture and fusion with Tex-Mex cuisine.