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Chicken Fajita Marinade Recipe

This marinade will make your chicken fajitas flavorful and juicy.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Marinade

  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano dried
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast sliced into strips

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken strips for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  4. Serve the chicken fajitas with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Fajita, Marinade
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