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Mexican
MexicanChicken Fajitas
Sizzling Tex-Mex chicken and peppers in wraps, served three ways. The tiers move from a shop-bought spice kit to a fresh marinade with lime and smoked paprika, up to chargrilled thighs with homemade guacamole and pickled onions.
Nut-free
Dairy-free
Budget version
Chicken breast, a fajita seasoning sachet and soft wraps.
Per serving£2.25
Total cost£4.50
Time25 min
Ingredients for 2
- 300 g chicken breast , sliced
- 1 red pepper , sliced
- 1 onion , sliced
- 1 fajita seasoning sachet
- 6 soft flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Method
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat.
- Fry the chicken for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and starting to colour.
- Add the onion and pepper and fry for another 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Stir through the fajita seasoning with a splash of water and cook for 2 minutes until coated.
- Warm the tortillas and serve with the chicken mixture to fill at the table.
Equipment
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Chicken breast, a fajita seasoning sachet and soft wraps.
Better
A fresh lime, garlic and smoked paprika marinade with three peppers.
Ultimate
Chargrilled marinated thighs with homemade guacamole and quick-pickled onions.
