Chicken Fajitas

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NUTRITION per serving: 353 Calories; 7g Fat; 43g Protein; 29g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 99mg Cholesterol; 195mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain (Starch); 5 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 Fat. Points: 9

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Ingredients

  • INGREDIENTS:
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast meat, cut into strips
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup sliced red onion
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded, de-ribbed and cut into strips
  • 8 corn tortillas, warmed
  • SUGGESTED GARNISHES (optional):
  • Salsa
  • Low fat sour cream
  • Chopped avocado
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Chopped green onion
  • Low fat shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:
In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Add chicken and garlic; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, or until chicken is browned. Add lime juice, spices, onion and red bell pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm. Warm tortillas and fill with chicken mixture; garnish as desired.


SERVING SUGGESTION: Warmed (drained and rinsed or homemade) black beans and a big salad tossed with Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette (see recipe below).

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