I love tex-mex fajitas however, it’s hard to replicate the recipe that makes Pappasitos’ fajitas one of the best in h-town. Of course, this is just my opinion. I’m sure everyone has their own favorite fajitas.
Ingredients
2 lbs. chicken breasts (I used chicken tenders)
1 red bell pepper, julienned
2 green bell peppers, julienned
1 medium poblano pepper (optional)
2 small onions or 1 large
½ bunch cilantro
1-2 lime, juiced
2 tbps. olive oil
Seasoning:
5 tsps. garlic powder
4 tsp. onion powder
3 tbsp. paprika
3 tsp. salt
2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. corn starch (optional)
Note:
You have the option of using taco or fajita seasoning – about 4 tbsps.
Instructions
Mix all the dry ingredients for the seasoning in a small bowl and set aside. Preheat oven to 400°F.
Slice onions, bell peppers and poblano pepper (julienned). Place them in a large baking dish - 9x13 or 13x18, like the picture below.
Sprinkle on the seasoning over the chicken and vegetables, then drizzle with olive oil. Using your hands (make sure to wear gloves) toss the ingredients until everything is evenly coated.
Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes and stir halfway through.
Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes and stir halfway through.
When it comes out of the oven, squeeze the juice from one of the limes and garnish with ½ bunch of cilantro. Serve with either brown rice (healthier option) or tortillas.
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