Friday, September 30, 2011

Chicken Fajitas

A fajita is a term found in both traditional Mexican cuisine and in Tex-Mex
cuisine,commonly referring to any grilled meat served on a flour or corn
tortilla.The term originally referred to the cut of beef used in the dish which
is known as skirt steak.Popular meats today also include chicken,pork,
shrimp and all cuts of beef.

In restaurants,the meat is often cooked with onions and bell peppers.Popular
condiments are shredded lettuce,sour cream,guacamole,salsa,pico de gallo,
cheese and tomato.

Recipe For Chicken Fajitas:

Ingredients:
Chilli Powder - 1 tsp.
Kosher Salt - 1 tsp.
Ground Cumin - 1/2 tsp.
Onion Powder - 1/2 tsp.
Garlic Powder - 1/4 tsp.
Cornstarch - 1 tbsp.
Water - 1/4 Cup
Extra-virgin Olive Oil - 3 tbsp.
Whole Skinless,Boneless Chicken Breast (about 1 pound - Cut Into
                                                                     1/2- Inch Strips) - 1
Green Bell Pepper - Cored,Seeded and Cut Into Thin Strips - 1
Medium Onion - 1 (Thinly Sliced)
Fresh Lime Juice - 2 tbsp. plus Few Lime Wedges For Serving
Flour Tortillas - 8 (Warmed In The Microwave For 1 Min 30 Secs)
Shredded Lettuce,Shredded Cheddar Cheese,Salsa and Sour Cream - For Serving.

Method :

In a resealable plastic bag,combine the chilli powder with  salt, ground
cumin,onion powder,garlic powder,cornstarch,water and 2 tbsp. of oil.

Add the chicken,green bell pepper and onion,seal and knead gently to
coat.Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Heat the remaining 1 tbsp. of oil in a large nonstick skillet until shimmering.
Empty the contents of the bag into the skillet and cook over high heat,stirring
occasionally,until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the chicken is cooked
through,about 6 minutes.Remove from the heat and stir in the lime juice.

Transfer the chicken and vegetables to a large bowl and serve with the warmed
tortillas,lettuce,cheese,salsa,sour cream and lime wedges.


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