"EASY FAJITAS"

I used chicken for this "Easy Fajitas" recipe. Another alternative would be beef strips, but make sure you do not overcook the meat, as beef tends to turn tougher the more you cook it.

-CHICHAY

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What You Need:

• 1 lb boneless and skinless chicken breast, sliced in strips


• 3 tbsp olive oil


• 2 tbsp lime juice


• 2 cloves of garlic, finely minced


• 1/2 tsp chili powder


• 1/2 tsp cumin


• 1/2 tsp hot pepper flakes (optional)


• 1/2 tsp black pepper


• 1/2 tsp salt


• 1 large white onion, chopped


• 2 sweet (bell) peppers, chopped


• 1/2 cup of sliced fresh mushrooms

Prep:
-In bowl, mix together 1 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, hot pepper flakes, black pepper & salt.

-Add chicken strips, stir to coat, and marinade for at least half an hour.

How To:

-In a large skillet , heat up 2 tbsp olive oil over medium to high heat.

-Add onions and the mushrooms, saute, stirring constantly for about 3-5 minutes or until softened.

-Add bell peppers, and saute, stirring for another minutes.

-Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

-On the same skillet, add chicken strips and saute, stirring for about 5-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked on all sides.

-Return the vegetables to the skillet, and stir for another 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

-Serve the Fajitas with torlillas, or brown rice and salad.

-If serving with tortillas, serve with sides of salsa or chopped tomatoes, sour cream and shredded cheese.