Chicken Fajitas
Chicken fajitas are a popular Tex-Mex dish featuring sizzling, marinated strips of chicken served alongside sautéed bell peppers and onions, typically presented on a warm flour tortilla. The key ingredients include chicken breast or thigh, a blend of spices like cumin and chili powder, and fresh vegetables, all originating from the border regions of Texas and Mexico.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Chicken fajitas are a high-protein meal, with a single serving (including one tortilla and a standard portion of chicken and veggies) providing around 300-450 calories. They offer a good balance of lean protein from the chicken, fiber from the vegetables, and essential vitamins like vitamin C from the bell peppers.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 90 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
Per 1 serving (280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, fajitas evolved from the practical, flavorful cooking of Mexican vaqueros (cowboys) in Texas, who were often given the tougher cuts of meat. Nutritionally, the dish is a customizable and balanced meal, allowing for easy adjustments to increase vegetable content or reduce carbohydrates by skipping the tortilla.
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