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Best Chicken Fajita Marinade

Best Chicken Fajita Marinade for Flavor-Packed Fajitas

Experience the Best Chicken Fajita Marinade that infuses salty, sweet, and tangy flavors into mouthwatering fajitas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fajitas
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce substitute with gluten-free option if necessary
  • 1/4 cup Neutral Oil canola, vegetable, or sunflower
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh lime juice is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar apple cider vinegar can substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger fresh ginger can be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper freshly ground black pepper is best
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Chili Powder paprika can be a milder substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin can omit for milder flavor
For the Fajitas
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts sliced into strips
  • 1 medium Onion yellow onions are recommended
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers any color

Equipment

  • Ziploc Bag
  • Skillet
  • Grill
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Chicken Fajita Marinade
  1. Combine the marinade ingredients in a large Ziploc bag or shallow dish until well blended.
  2. Add sliced chicken, onion, and bell peppers into the marinade. Mix gently to coat well.
  3. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes or refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. For richer flavor, marinate up to 24 hours in the refrigerator, avoiding a mushy texture.
  5. Cook the chicken and vegetables using your preferred method: pan-sear, grill, or broil.
  6. Assemble fajitas with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or pico de gallo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fajitaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Slice chicken against the grain for tenderness. Reserve marinade to toss with veggies for extra flavor.

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