My husband says I like to micromanage my meals.
He’s right. When we go out to eat, on any dish I order I generally have one item I like on the side, and one thing I’d like left off.
But when it comes to making my healthy chicken fajitas, it’s never an issue!
I serve this little dish up at home and everyone can customize their plate however they’d like.
For me, I tend to make the meal into a fajita salad. My husband normally goes traditional with a few tortillas. If my stepson is home from college, he’ll put everything on some naan bread for his version of a fajita sandwich.
But my favorite thing about this meal? It’s simple and you kick up the veggie count really easily.
That means more to eat, with a much lower calorie count.
And of course, it’s always healthier to enjoy fajita’s at home rather than a restaurant.
This recipe is enough for my husband and me, with leftovers for him for the next day. If my stepson is home, there is nothing left!
Ingredients:
- 16 oz. of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 bell peppers, cut into strips (I like red and orange)
- 1 medium onion, cut into strips
- 3 tbsp. lime juice
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- A couple of shakes of Mrs. Dash Fiesta Lime Salt-Free Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp. olive oil
Ideas for Sides to Customize:
- Whole wheat tortillas
- Shredded Mexican cheese
- Sour cream (I think plain Siggi’s yogurt is a great sub for sour cream)
- Tomatoes
- Avocado
- Lettuce (for fajita wrap or a fajita salad)
- Black beans for extra protein
- Quinoa (great substitute for rice)
Directions:
Marinate the chicken with lime juice, and season with chili powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Mrs. Dash, and cumin.
Season vegetables with salt and pepper and toss with olive oil. Use a large skillet on the stove over medium heat for 16 to 18 minutes, covered until the onions and peppers are soft.
Heat another pan over medium heat; grill chicken until cooked through, about 6 minutes on each side.
Transfer to a cutting board when done and cut into strips.
Once cooked, combine with the peppers and onions. Serve immediately and let everyone customize!
That’s it! Perfect weekday meal that is simple and can be really healthy and low carb if you are going that route. Or it can also be a splurge meal if you’re feeling fajita nachos!
Here’s to a beautiful week, everyone!!
