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Spicy Chicken Fajita Melt

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mrsbakerskitchen178.073 months ago3 min read
🍗 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts🌶️ 1 tablespoon chili powder🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder🧂 1 teaspoon salt🌽 1 teaspoon ground cumin🌿 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice🫑 1 red bell pepper, sliced🫑 1 green bell pepper, sliced🧅 1 onion, sliced🧈 2 tablespoons butter🌮 Flour tortillas (4)🧀 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)🍅 Salsa, for serving (optional)

Elevate your sandwich game with this Spicy Chicken Fajita Melt. Packed with bold flavors and melty goodness, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or casual dinner. Dive into a fusion of zesty chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey cheese, all nestled between crispy pieces of flour tortillas.

Ingredients

🍗 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
🌶️ 1 tablespoon chili powder
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌽 1 teaspoon ground cumin
🌿 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
🫑 1 red bell pepper, sliced
🫑 1 green bell pepper, sliced
🧅 1 onion, sliced
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🌮 Flour tortillas (4)
🧀 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
🍅 Salsa, for serving (optional)


Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken Marinade:

  • Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips.
  • In a bowl, combine the chili powder, garlic powder, salt, ground cumin, and lime juice.
  • Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.

2- Cook the Chicken and Vegetables:

  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add the marinated chicken strips to the skillet, cooking until they are browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced red and green bell peppers, and onion. Sauté until the vegetables are tender but still retain some crunch, about 5-7 minutes.

3- Assemble the Melt:

  • Place a tortilla in a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle a portion of the shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla.
  • Layer with cooked chicken, sautéed peppers, and onions over the cheese.
  • Sprinkle additional cheese over the top and fold the tortilla in half.
  • Cook until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.

4- Serve:

  • Cut each fajita melt into wedges and serve with a side of salsa if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 340
Proteins: 22g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Equipment: Skillet, bowl, spatula, knife


Cooking Tips

  • Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
  • For a smoky flavor, consider grilling the chicken and peppers over a barbecue.

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