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Zesty Barbecue Chicken Fajitas Recipe ๐๐ฅ
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup KC Masterpiece Original barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 4 flour tortillas
Instructions:
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Marinate the Chicken:
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- Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to allow the chicken to marinate thoroughly.
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Prepare the Grill:
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- If using charcoal, arrange the coals in an even layer for consistent cooking.
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Grill the Chicken:
- Place the marinated chicken breasts on the preheated grill.
- Grill for 12-15 minutes, turning once halfway through the cooking process.
- While grilling, baste the chicken with some of the marinade to infuse it with flavor.
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Warm the Tortillas:
- Towards the end of the chicken’s cooking time, place the flour tortillas around the edge of the grill.
- Allow the tortillas to warm briefly, turning them once to heat both sides evenly.
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Slice the Chicken:
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the grill.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the chicken diagonally into thin strips.
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Toss with Barbecue Sauce:
- In a separate bowl, mix the sliced chicken with KC Masterpiece Original barbecue sauce until evenly coated.
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Assemble the Fajitas:
- Place a generous portion of the barbecue chicken slices onto each warm tortilla.
- Add your choice of garnishes, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, or grated cheese.
- Wrap the tortillas around the filling to create delicious Zesty Barbecue Chicken Fajitas.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 284.7
- Fat: 10.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 49.4mg
- Sodium: 588.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.6g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 2.5g
- Protein: 23.1g
Recipe Notes:
- This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy meal, especially during the summer months.
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of crushed red pepper flakes in the marinade.
- For a smokier flavor, consider using a barbecue grill with wood chips.
- Serve these flavorful fajitas with a side of Mexican rice and beans for a complete meal.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator and used for salads, sandwiches, or wraps the next day.