CHICKEN FAJITAS

This is an easy and flavorful meal the whole family can make together. Using just a few ingredients you can put dinner on the table in about 30 minutes. Nothing to prep ahead of time and nothing complicated.

This recipe uses three large chicken breasts and can easily serve six adults. Heat up some refried beans, some rice and you have a complete meal. If you have any leftovers, they're great for lunch!

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Ingredients:

3 large chicken breasts, boneless, skinless

1 Tablespoon oil

1 medium bell pepper

1 medium onion

3-4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

1 large tomato or several cherry/grape/pearl tomatoes

salt & pepper

cayenne pepper

ground cumin

1/2 cup dry white wine

Garnish / Toppings:

grated cheese (Cacique Queso Quesadilla, cheddar, jack, etc.)

fresh cilantro leaves

sour cream

guacamole

Directions:

Prep chicken: wash and pat dry; trim any fat; cut across grain in 1/2 inch slices then across again in bite size pieces. Season with salt, pepper, cayenne pepper and cumin. Set aside.

Peel and slice onion. Wash and slice bell pepper. Wash and slice tomato.

Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in large skillet. Use the largest pan you have. It needs to be wide and deep to hold all the ingredients without crowding. Heat on medium-high and throw the seasoned chicken into the hot oil and stir around.

Reduce heat to medium and allow chicken to start to brown. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for about 8 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink. Remove from pan and set aside.

Heat pan to medium-high again and throw in the onions and peppers. Add more oil if necessary. Sprinkle with salt. Stir to prevent sticking and cook until the vegetables are softened a bit.

Once the vegetables are softened add the cooked chicken back to the pan and turn the heat to high. Now add the tomatoes and garlic and stir everything together. Pour in the wine and allow the liquid to reduce to nearly nothing.

Now grab a tortilla and fill it with this tender, spicy and sweet combination! Top with cilantro, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, salsa, etc. Pair with some refried beans, rice or a salad and enjoy this fast and easy feast!