Chilis Restaurant Chicken Fajita Recipes

CHILI'S CHICKEN FAJITA NACHOS (COPYCAT)

Steps:

• Saute Chicken, Onion, & Peppers as directed on the Fajita seasoning pack.
• When done, drain mixture and set aside.
• Place Tortilla Chips in a circle on a large plate or platter that is Oven proof or Microwaveable.
• Layer Chicken, Onions, & Peppers on top of the Tortilla Chips.
• Next, Layer Shredded Cheeses on top of the chicken, and top with Jalepenos.
• Place plate in oven (350° just until Cheeses are melted) or microwave on medium.
• When Nachos are ready, add the shredded Lettuce (in the middle of the plate or platter).
• Top the Lettuce with the Salsa & the Sour Cream (and if you like, add Guacamole).
• Grab a cold one and Enjoy!

COPYCAT CHILI'S CHICKEN FAJITAS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine all of the Chicken Marinade ingredients; whisk together until fully combined. Use a fork to pierce each chicken breast in several places and then place the chicken breasts in a medium-sized glass baking dish. Add Chicken Marinade to the baking dish; cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Place a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once skillet is hot, add olive oil and peppers. Sauté for 6-7 minutes, and then add the onions. Continue sautéing for 15-20 more minutes or until onions and peppers soft, stirring occasionally.
• Meanwhile, place another skillet or fry pan over medium-high heat. Place marinated chicken breasts in pan and cook until done (~15-18 minutes), flipping after 10 minutes.
• In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients for the Vegetable Finishing Sauce. When the peppers and onions are almost done, reduce heat to medium low, add the Vegetable Finishing Sauce and simmer for 2-3 more minutes.
• Once chicken breasts are cooked, transfer them to cutting board and slice thinly.
• Place chicken, onions and peppers on a flour tortilla. Top with optional toppings as desired. (Tip: Wrap the stack of tortillas in a wet paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds before adding toppings. This will both warm and soften the tortillas.)

CHILI-LIME CHICKEN FAJITAS

Steps:

• In a bowl or shallow dish, combine 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, zest, chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper and pepper. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. , Season chicken with salt. In a 12-in. cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1 tablespoon remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches; cook and stir until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers, onions, remaining lime juice and remaining garlic powder; cook and stir until tender, 4-5 minutes. Return chicken to pan; heat through. Serve with tortillas and lime wedges. If desired, top with sour cream and cilantro.