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Zesty Lemon Chicken Fajitas with Cilantro Lime Rice

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Zesty Lemon Chicken Fajitas with Cilantro Lime Rice

Tender lemon-marinated chicken sizzled with bell peppers and onions, served in warm tortillas with flavorful cilantro lime rice.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large resealable bag, combine the chicken, lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until no longer pink.

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