Chicken Fajitas | Recipe from Leigh Anne Wilkes (2024)

FAQs

Can I substitute taco seasoning for fajita seasoning? ›

Fajita seasoning and taco seasoning are very similar, but they are not the same. Taco seasoning typically has more oregano and chili powder than fajita seasoning. With that being said, however, you can use fajita seasoning and taco seasoning interchangeably in recipes, it may just warrant a slightly different flavor.

noun. a thin strip of marinated and grilled meat. Usually fajitas. (used with a singular or plural verb) a Tex-Mex dish of these strips, served with tortillas, salsa, etc.

There's no one-size-fits-all answer to choosing the right onion for your fajitas. You can go for the traditional white or yellow onions, offering a more savory option, or experiment with sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla to add a subtle sweetness to your dish.

Chili powder and cumin are two pronounced flavors, with other dried spices like garlic and onion powder, oregano, black pepper, and paprika rounding out the lightly smoky, savory, and herbaceous mix. Most mixes also include salt, making it a one-stop shop for seasoning fajitas.

Spoon about 1/4 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with the salsa, Cheddar cheese, avocado, hot pepper sauce, sour cream and lettuce, if desired. Wrap the tortillas around the filling. Serve with the lime wedges, if desired.

Fajitas use one of the healthiest available cooking methods: grilling. They also come with grilled vegetables such as bell peppers and onions, which are valuable sources of antioxidants. Go for shrimp or white-meat chicken, instead of steak, to avoid the saturated fat content of red meat.

Classic Tex Mex, fajitas (pronounced fah-hee-tas) are typically made with grilled strips of skirt steak with onions and bell peppers and served with fresh tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. You can make fajitas with steak or chicken, or even make it plain vegetarian.

This fresh take on our classic Chicken Fajitas Wraps comes complete with all four food groups and can be made with either cheddar or monterey jack cheese.

The best way to cut chicken breasts for fajitas is to slice each breast in half widthwise to create cutlets, then thinly slice each cutlet into strips. This way, the chicken is the same width and size as the bell peppers and onions which makes for a nice eating experience.

Should you use red or white onions in fajitas? ›

White onions have a more pungent flavor that can add intensity to your fajitas. Ultimately, the choice of onion comes down to personal preference, so feel free to use your favorite. (Personally, I usually like sweet onions for chicken fajitas and red onions for steak fajitas.

Add in extra fresh veggies, such as peppers whilst cooking, then fresh tomatoes, lettuce and avocado when building your fajita to increase the nutrients. By making your own guacamole, salsa and refried beans you know exactly what has gone in to them with no added sugar or salt.

The quick answer is all will work. If the weather is beautiful and you would like to cook your steak on the grill, that's awesome. If the weather is hot or rainy, or you want to get dinner on the table in a hurry, your grill pan, cast-iron skillet, or regular skillet all will work just fine.

While they use many similar ingredients, taco seasoning has more chili powder and oregano than fajita seasoning. Compare our recipes and you'll see this fajita seasoning is more cumin heavy, whereas taco seasoning is more chili powder heavy. That makes the taco seasoning a bit spicier, too.

While both dishes can be served with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream, fajitas usually have more substantial toppings, such as cheese and grilled vegetables, while tacos tend to have more traditional toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.

Mexican seasoning typically consists of a blend of traditional herbs and spices while taco seasoning is a specific blend of spices that may not be used as much in traditional Mexican dishes.

I have found that I like to make my own Taco Seasoning (also called Mexican Seasoning) – which is simply a blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic and cayenne pepper. I also throw in a fair amount of paprika, to add even more depth to the flavor.