Lemon Peppered Chicken Fajitas
Serves 4
The Stuff you need:
- 3 boneless chicken breasts,pounded thin, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large sweet red onion, sliced
- 1 serrano pepper (or jalapeno), minced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- ¼ cup lemon pepper seasoning
- Salt (about 1 teaspoon)
- 2/3 cup olive oil
What to do with the Stuff:
- Slice the large peppers and onion into strips, set aside
- Combine garlic, serrano pepper, lemon pepper seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and olive oil
- In a heavy storage bag, combine the marinade with the chicken and let marinate for 1 hour
- Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
- Preheat large skillet on medium/high heat for 5 minutes
- Stir-fry the chicken strips for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the chicken starts to caramelize and brown
- You may need to add a little more oil
- When chicken is halfway through cooking, add the peppers and onions on other side of the pan, you want them to still be slightly crisp
- Transfer the chicken, and pepper mix to a serving plate
- Serve with flour or corn warmed tortillas & your favorite sides
Garnishes, Toppings and Side Suggestions:
- Salsa
- Avocados or guacamole
- Sour Cream
- Fresh Cilantro
- Lime Wedges
- Mexican Rice
- Frijoles of your choice