Five-Pepper Fajitas
"Have had this recipe since the early 70's don't remember where we got it."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (498.8 g)
- Calories 432.5
- Total Fat - 13 g
- Saturated Fat - 4.2 g
- Cholesterol - 10.7 mg
- Sodium - 706 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 68 g
- Dietary Fiber - 7.5 g
- Sugars - 19.5 g
- Protein - 13.7 g
- Calcium - 275.5 mg
- Iron - 4.3 mg
- Vitamin C - 66 mg
- Thiamin - 0.5 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Slice the chicken into chunks about 1/2 inch square.
Step 2
Place them in a large bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over chicken.
Step 3
Add the garlic, scallions, black pepper, and cumin, and toss to mix.
Step 4
Slice the bell peppers into strips and set aside.
Step 5
Wrap the tortillas in a thin, clean dishcloth, place them on an ovenproof plate, and put
Step 6
The plate in the oven.
Step 7
Warm the tortillas at the lowest setting on your oven while preparing the fajita mixture.
Step 8
Heat the oil and water in a large saucepan over medium heat and add the chicken, bell
Step 9
Peppers, and jalapeno peppers.
Step 10
Add the greater amount of jalapeno if you like your food very spicy.
Step 11
Saute, stirring frequently, until the chicken and vegetables are cooked through, about 25 minutes.
Step 12
Add salt to taste.
Step 13
Spread a spoonful of the fajita mixture in a thick line in the middle of each tortilla.
Step 14
Top with cilantro, tomato, and salsa to taste.
Step 15
Roll up the tortillas and serve.
Step 16
Makes 4 servings of 2 fajitas each.
Step 17
Step 18
NOTE: You can buy prepared salsa in the supermarket or you can make your own.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Make sure to buy the freshest bell peppers you can find for the best flavor.
- If you don't like your food very spicy, use less jalapeno peppers.
- Instead of chicken breasts, you can use tofu for a vegetarian option. The benefit of this substitution is that it provides a meatless option for those who prefer not to eat meat.
- Instead of bell peppers, you can use mushrooms. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds a different flavor and texture to the dish.
Vegetarian Five-Pepper Fajitas Replace the chicken with 2 cups of cooked black beans. Follow the same instructions for the other ingredients and assembly.
Vegetarian Sweet Potato Fajitas Preheat oven to 375°F. Peel and cube 2 sweet potatoes. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread out on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, stirring once. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 bell pepper (sliced), 1 onion (sliced), 1 jalapeno (sliced), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 2 cloves of garlic (minced) and cook for an additional minute. Add the cooked sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with warm tortillas, guacamole, and lime wedges.
Mexican Rice: Mexican Rice is the perfect accompaniment to Five-Pepper Fajitas. It's easy to make and adds a delicious flavor and texture to the meal. The combination of the peppers and spices of the fajitas with the rice creates a unique and flavorful meal.
Black Beans: Black Beans are a great addition to Five-Pepper Fajitas. They provide a hearty, protein-packed side dish that is both healthy and flavorful. The combination of the beans with the peppers and spices of the fajitas creates a balanced, flavorful meal. Plus, the beans are an excellent source of fiber, making them a nutritious and satisfying part of the meal.
FAQ
Q: How much jalapeno peppers should I use?
A: Add the greater amount of jalapeno if you like your food very spicy, otherwise use the lesser amount.
Q: How do I know when the jalapeno peppers are cooked?
A: When the jalapeno peppers are cooked, they should be soft and slightly browned. If they are still firm and bright green, they need to be cooked a bit longer.
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Fun facts:
The dish "fajitas" was first popularized in the 1960s in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas by a group of Mexican-American ranchers.
The bell pepper is a relatively new vegetable, first cultivated in Mexico in the 1500s. Christopher Columbus is credited with introducing it to Europe in the late 1400s.