Whole30 Low Carb Chicken Fajitas Recipes

WHOLE30 + LOW CARB CHICKEN FAJITAS

Steps:

• Heat 1 Tbls oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add in the chicken, season with salt, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, oregano and onion powderBrown the chicken and cook until just done (about 7-10 minutes) Remove chicken from pan and set aside
• Add the remaining Tbls of oil and turn heat to medium/low and add in the peppers and onionsCook until soft and slightly caramelized (5-7 minutes) and then add in the garlic. Cook 1-2 more minutes and then add the chicken back in
• Pour in the lime juice and season with a little more salt and let cook for 3-5 more minutesChicken should be completely cooked through
• Serve with cilantro and some lime wedges

WHOLE30 + KETO SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS

Steps:

• Preheat your oven to 425ºF. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Toss the cut bell pepper + onion in oil . Spread in an even layer on the baking sheet. Sprinkle on 1 tablespoon of the taco seasoning.
• Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Drizzle with a little more oil , and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon taco seasoning.
• Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and the chicken has an internal temperature of 165ºF.
• Remove from the oven. Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Slice the chicken breasts.
• Serve as burrito/taco bowls with toppings of your choice, on top of a salad, or as tacos in lettuce cups, etc.
• Leftovers will keep in an airtight container refrigerated for 5 days. This makes a great meal prep! See meal prep instructions in the notes.

CROCKPOT CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE (WHOLE30)

Steps:

• 1. Place the chicken breasts in a crockpot.
• 2. Top with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, lime juice, diced green chilis, and salsa.
• 3. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
• 4. Shred the chicken lightly and replace the cover.
• 5. Heat the oil on high heat in a large saute pan. Add the peppers and onions to the pan ad saute until browned in places, yet still crisp. Your pan will need to be very hot to do this.
• 6. Add the cooked vegetables to the crockpot with the chicken.
• 7. Serve with lettuce, salsa, lime wedge. (If not on Whole30, you can serve with tortillas and sour cream also.).