Ingredients
For the Chicken Fajitas:
1 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 tbsp chili powder
½ tbsp paprika
½ tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp dried oregano
½ tbsp onion powder
½ tbsp salt
1 tbsp ground black pepper
¼ cup lime juice
3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
Homemade Salsa:
2 roma tomatoes, halved
2 jalapenos
1 can diced and fire roasted tomatoes
1 tbsp cumin
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ cup fresh cilantro
¼ cup red onion, peeled and quartered
Guacamole:
2 ripe avocados
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 roma tomato, chopped
3 tbsp fresh red onion, chopped
For Serving:
6 corn or wheat tortillas
2 tbsp. fresh cilantro
2 limes, cut into quarters
Directions
Step 1
Marinate & Cook the Chicken and Vegetables:
Step 2
Place the thinly sliced chicken breast in a bowl.
Step 3
Add the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and 2 tbsp of olive oil.
Step 4
Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated, then let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 5
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet, and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
Step 7
Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the chicken.
Step 8
Continue to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
Step 9
Drizzle with lime juice and give everything a good stir.
Step 10
Prepare the Salsa:
Step 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the roma tomatoes, jalapenos, canned tomatoes, cumin, salt, black pepper, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and red onion.
Step 2
Pulse until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 3
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside. If too sour, add 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar.
Step 4
Prepare the Guacamole:
Step 1
In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados.
Step 2
Add the chopped cilantro, roma tomato, red onion, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Mix well and set aside.
Step 4
Assemble the Tacos:
Step 1
Heat a clean skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Warm each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side or until they are heated through and have a slight char.
Step 3
Spread about 1 tbsp. of guacamole in the center of each tortilla.
Step 4
Top with a generous amount of the chicken and vegetable mixture.
Step 5
Add a spoonful of salsa on top.
Step 6
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
