Best Chicken fajitas
These Chicken Fajitas pack 33g protein into just 347 calories per serving — an exceptional protein-to-calorie ratio for cutting phases. Four servings come together quickly on the stovetop, letting you prep a week's worth of lean lunches that keep you satiated without excess calories.
Ingredients
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Garlic(60g)
- •Cumin, Ground(8g)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •Chili powder(5g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(15g)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Bell Pepper
- •Yellow Onion
- •Avocado
Instructions
- 1In a large shallow bowl, combine lime juice, oil, garlic, cumin, salt, chili and cilantro; mix together. Add the chicken thighs and If time allows, let marinate for 30 minutes.
- 2Heat a large skillet or pan (12-inch | 30cm) on medium-high heat until smoking. Add a drizzle of olive oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden, charred and cooked right through (about 8 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of your fillets). Flip them a couple of times while cooking so they get a nice even char.Transfer chicken to a warm plate, loosely tent with foil and let rest.
- 3Add the peppers and onions to the skillet (drizzle with a little extra oil only if needed), and cook until the onion is soft and the peppers are slightly charred and cooked to your liking. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4Slice chicken into strips.Serve with warmed tortillas, chopped cilantro and sliced avocado (plus your desired fillings).
Nutrition — Per Serving
347
calories
33g
protein
22g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Saturated fat
- 4.0g
- Sodium
- 150 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.1g
4 servings per batch · ~207g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Best Chicken Fajitas have per serving?
Each serving delivers 33g of protein and 347 calories, with 22g fat and 7g carbs. This is an extremely lean macro profile for chicken fajitas.
How long does Best Chicken Fajitas take to prep?
Marked as quick prep and yields 4 servings, so you can have four dinners ready in a single stovetop session. This makes it efficient for rotating through multiple protein sources during the week.
Is Best Chicken Fajitas good for fat loss?
At 347 calories and 33g protein per serving, this recipe is ideal for cutting phases where you need high protein without excess calories. The minimal carbs (7g) and controlled fat (22g) make it one of the leanest dinner options available.
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