Get ready to turn up the heat with our Spicy Habanero Chicken Fajitas! This fiery dish combines tender slices of chicken breast marinated in a zesty habanero sauce, sizzled to perfection with bell peppers and onions. Wrapped in a warm, soft tortilla and garnished with your favorite toppings, these fajitas are not just a meal – they're an exhilarating flavor experience!
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (includes marination)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Yield: 4 servings
- Serving Size: 2 fajitas
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
Ingredients
- Chicken breast (500 g / 1.1 lbs), thinly sliced
- Habanero peppers (15 g / 0.5 oz), finely chopped
- Garlic cloves (10 g / 0.35 oz), minced
- Olive oil (30 ml / 1 fl oz)
- Lime juice (30 ml / 1 fl oz)
- Paprika (5 g / 0.2 oz)
- Cumin (3 g / 0.1 oz)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Bell peppers (300 g / 10.6 oz), sliced
- Onion (150 g / 5.3 oz), sliced
- Flour tortillas (8 pieces)
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Marinade: Combine habanero peppers, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken slices in this mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Cooking Chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the marinated chicken until it's no longer pink and has a slight char.
- Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onion until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
- Assembling Fajitas: Warm the tortillas. Place a portion of the chicken and vegetables on each tortilla, folding it into a fajita.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Marinade Time: For more flavor, marinate the chicken for longer, even overnight.
- Habanero Caution: Wear gloves when handling habaneros and adjust the amount to your heat preference.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese for added richness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use another type of meat?
Yes, beef or shrimp also work well with this recipe.
How can I make this dish less spicy?
Use fewer habaneros or remove the seeds for less heat.
Are these fajitas gluten-free?
They can be if you use gluten-free tortillas.