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Grilled Chicken Fajitas with Smoky Lime Marinade

A plate piled high with seasoned, sliced Grilled Chicken Fajitas mixed with sautéed red, green peppers, and onions.
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Follow these steps to make tender, smoky grilled chicken fajitas with perfectly caramelized peppers and onions.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 1/4-inch strips
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large bell peppers (one red, one green), sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for vegetables)
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas

Instructions

  1. Combine the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the sliced chicken, toss to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates.
  3. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Place the chicken strips on the hot grill grates. Grill for 4 to 6 minutes per side, until cooked through and showing grill marks. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. Toss the sliced peppers and onions with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Place them on the grill, either directly on the grates or in a grill basket. Grill for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until softened and slightly charred.
  5. Slice the grilled chicken against the grain into thinner strips if desired.
  6. Return the chicken, peppers, and onions to the grill for 1 minute to heat through together, or combine them in a large bowl.
  7. Warm the tortillas according to package directions (you can warm them directly on the grill for 30 seconds per side).
  8. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture immediately with warm tortillas and your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor, use mesquite or hickory wood chips on your grill.
  • To prevent sticking, make sure your grill grates are clean and well-oiled before cooking.
  • You can prepare the marinade and slice the vegetables up to one day ahead of time.

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