Mark's Low Fat Chicken Fajitas

Savor the bold flavors of "Mark's Low Fat Chicken Fajitas," a deliciously healthy twist on a Tex-Mex classic. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, marinated chicken strips with a vibrant mix of red, green, and yellow bell peppers, all seasoned to perfection with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes and offers a guilt-free option with low-fat tortillas and optional toppings like cilantro, low-fat sour cream, and salsa. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting taco night, these fajitas are a flavorful, low-fat way to keep your taste buds happy without compromising on nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium onion
• 8 pieces low-fat tortillas
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional)
• 2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream (optional)
• 4 tablespoons salsa (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes while preparing the vegetables.

Step 4

Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Slice the onion into thin strips as well.

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked, stirring occasionally. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables and stir well to combine. Allow to heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Warm the low-fat tortillas by heating them on a dry skillet or in the microwave for a few seconds.

Step 9

Assemble the fajitas by adding the chicken and vegetable mixture to the tortillas. Top with fresh cilantro, low-fat sour cream, and salsa, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy low-fat chicken fajitas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1660.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2192.9

Total Fat 52.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 430mg	0%
Sodium 4038.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.1g
Protein 197.3g	0%

Vitamin D 5IU	0%
Calcium 525.3mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 3049.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.5%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 42.3%