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Chicken Fajitas with Crunchy Lime Cabbage and Avocado

4.5

(69)

Lime is a good match for red cabbage, and its acid keeps the color bright. Napa cabbage is a delicious alternative.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

6 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus additional for griddle
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch-thick strips
1 large red onion, halved, sliced lengthwise
3 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons finely grated lime peel
6 to 8 fajita-size flour tortillas
1 avocado, halved, pitted, sliced

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk 3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, and chili powder in large bowl. Add chicken, bell pepper, and onion. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature or chill up to 4 hours.

    Step 2

    Toss red cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, lime peel, and 3 tablespoons olive oil in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

    Step 3

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Wrap tortillas in foil and place in oven until heated through, about 15 minutes.

    Step 4

    Meanwhile, place large griddle over 2 burners and heat over medium-high heat. Brush griddle with olive oil. Spread chicken on griddle and cook until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are browned, turning frequently with tongs, about 7 minutes Total.

    Step 5

    Divide chicken among warm tortillas; top with cabbage mixture and avocado slices.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving: 520 cal
24g fat (3g sat)
87mg cholesterol
373mg sodium
36g carb
4g fiber
41g protein (analysis by Nutrition Data)
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#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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