
Grilled Lime Cilantro Chicken Fajitas
Zesty marinated chicken breast grilled to perfection and served with charred peppers and onions.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 3 whole Bell peppers, assorted colors sliced
- 1 whole Large white onion, sliced
- 8 units Flour tortillas
- 1 teaspoon Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, cilantro, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- 4
Toss the sliced peppers and onions with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- 5
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 6
While chicken cooks, use a grill basket to sauté the peppers and onions until tender and slightly charred.
- 7
Remove chicken from the grill, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- 8
Warm the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds and serve immediately with the chicken and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
420
kcal
Protein
38
g
Carbs
32
g
Fat
16
g
Fiber
4
g
Sugar
5
g
Sodium
840
mg
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