Restaurant Style Chicken Fajitas
About this recipe
These Restaurant Style Chicken Fajitas are a quick and easy meal that packs a punch of flavor. With juicy chicken, sautéed peppers, and a zesty marinade, they’re sure to please the whole family.
In this video, Claudia shares her go-to recipe for fajitas that she makes weekly, highlighting how simple and delicious they are. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, these fajitas come together in just 40 minutes.
Ingredient notes
- The recipe calls for 2 lbs (approximately 907 g) of chicken breast, cut into small strips.
- Use 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice for a bright flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of chicken broth (180-240 ml) based on your preference for sauciness.
Tips from Cooking Con Claudia’s video
- Marinate the chicken for about 20 minutes to enhance the flavor. Make sure to coat the chicken well in the marinade.
- Cook the chicken in batches to ensure it cooks evenly and fully. Layer it in a single layer in the pan for best results.
- Dissolve the cornstarch in the chicken broth before adding it to the pan to help thicken the sauce.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe yield?
- This recipe yields 4-6 servings.
- What is the total time to make these fajitas?
- The total time to make these fajitas is 40 minutes.
- Can I adjust the spiciness of the fajitas?
- Yes, you can add cayenne pepper (0.5 tsp) as an optional ingredient to adjust the spiciness.
- What type of oil is recommended for cooking?
- The recipe uses avocado oil, but you can use another cooking oil if preferred.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Cooking Con Claudia: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Prepare the marinade by mixing minced garlic, avocado oil, lime juice, brown sugar, and spices in a bowl.
- 2
Add the chicken strips to the marinade and coat well. Cover and let it marinate for about 20 minutes.
- 3
Dissolve the cornstarch in the chicken broth and add a few splashes of Maggi seasoning. Set aside.
- 4
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
- 5
Add the bell peppers and onion to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Remove from the pan.
- 6
Cook the marinated chicken in batches in the same pan, layering it in a single layer and cooking for about 5 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove each batch once done.
- 7
Once all chicken is cooked, return it to the pan with the sautéed vegetables and add the chicken broth mixture. Mix well and allow to combine.
- 8
Serve the fajitas warm with tortillas.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Estimated the quantity of chicken broth based on typical usage in fajitas.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Cooking Con Claudia’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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