Quick and easy, these Low Carb Chicken Fajitas are a winning weeknight recipe
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
2 teaspoon onion powder
Dash hot sauce
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large chicken breasts (650g, sliced thin)
1/2 medium red onion (sliced)
1 green bell pepper (sliced)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 yellow bell pepper
Method
1
Put the low carb chicken fajita marinade ingredients into a large Ziploc bag (or bowl) and mix well.
2
Slice the chicken then add it to the marinade mixture and ensure it's evenly coated. Put in the fridge to marinate for 30 mins - 1hr
3
While the chicken is marinating prepare the vegetables by slicing them into thin strips.
4
Heat a large skillet with half the oil and add the chicken pieces, cook for at least ten minutes, stirring frequently until chicken is fully cooked. Remove cooked chicken to a plate and wrap in foil to keep warm.
5
Add a little more oil to the skillet and cook the onions and bell peppers for three to five minutes or until they are as soft as you like them.
6
Once the vegetables are cooked add the chicken back to the pan and warm it all through.
7
Serve immediately with low carb tortillas and any combination of salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.