Chicken Fajitas
By Tonya_Speed
Per Serving: 345 Calories; 14g Fat (36.2% calories from fat); 47g Protein; 7g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 156mg Cholesterol; 180mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 6 ½ Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; ½ Fat.
- 4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves – cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic -- minced
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¾ cup red onion -- sliced
- 1 red bell pepper -- cut in strips
- 8 romaine lettuce leaves -- large
- SUGGESTED GARNISHES (optional)
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Chopped Cilantro
- Grated cheddar cheese
Preparation
Step 1
In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Add garlic and chicken. Sauté for 2-3 minutes till chicken is browned. Add lime juice, spices, onion and red pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat stirring constantly. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Use corn tortillas. Spread 1 tablespoon sour cream, avocado and salsa on tortilla. Add a layer of cilantro and cheese, then add chicken mixture to the middle. Roll up from one side folding over one edge to hold mixture in place. Serve a big spinach salad as well.
LC SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Use Romaine leaves in lieu of tortillas and enjoy--this really is delicious!**
**If you prefer tortillas, Tortilla Factory makes a low carb tortilla!