Low Sodium Classic Chicken Fajitas

Total time1 hr 5 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time15 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the marinade

¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
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3 tbsp olive oil, divided
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp cayenne pepper

For the fajitas

1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into ½-inch strips
1 large yellow onion, halved and sliced into ¼-inch half-moons
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into ¼-inch strips
1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into ¼-inch strips
8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
Chef's tip
Warm briefly before folding to improve flexibility.

For serving

sour cream, for serving (optional)
guacamole or sliced avocado, for serving (optional)
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salsa, for serving (optional)
shredded cheddar cheese, for serving (optional)
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fresh cilantro, for serving (optional)
lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, 2 tbsp of the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne until combined.
2
Place the chicken strips in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.

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