![Chicken Fajita Tacos](http://images.ctfassets.net/uw7yiu2kuigc/76npuXFbC0Taoh5FObrxV0/092f7ff5214b63a46058c8205196fb07/Chicken-Fajita-Tacos-Lead.jpg)
Lunch / Dinner
Chicken Fajita Tacos
These Chicken Fajita Tacos feature a zesty marinade, while the red onion and bell peppers add flavor and nutrition. A sprinkling of salty cheese and creamy avocado finishes these beauties just right.
Ingredients
COMBINE:
HEAT:
Test Kitchen Tip
If you want, marinate the chicken for up to 3 hours. Longer than that and the acid in the marinade will squeeze out the moisture, making the chicken tough.
Instructions
Combine zest, lime juice, 2 Tbsp. oil, cilantro, adobo sauce, garlic, chipotle, cumin, coriander, oregano, and salt in a shallow dish for the marinade. Add chicken, cover, and refrigerate, tossing occasionally, 30 minutes.
Heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add bell peppers and onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 4–5 minutes; transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
Add chicken and marinade to same skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until chicken is cooked through and marinade is reduced, 5–6 minutes.
Divide chicken among tortillas and top with bell peppers, onion, avocado, and Cotija.
![For added heat and flavor in the marinade, use the adobo sauce as well as a chipotle chile.](http://images.ctfassets.net/uw7yiu2kuigc/1jbFa4JRQSpyqdpFAIk4At/ac32dad6c0aa17d89372207388570db4/Chicken-Fajita-Tacos-Step1.jpg?fit=crop&w=286&h=365&f=top)
For added heat and flavor in the marinade, use the adobo sauce as well as a chipotle chile.
![So the chicken absorbs more of the marinade, and cooks quickly, cut the breasts into thin strips.](http://images.ctfassets.net/uw7yiu2kuigc/3JaXhMuxge3GSXhONuW2iD/192254f2ec9ed13db41181689c0c1887/Chicken-Fajita-Tacos-Step2.jpg?fit=crop&w=286&h=365&f=top)
So the chicken absorbs more of the marinade, and cooks quickly, cut the breasts into thin strips.
![To quickly and easily crumble the Cotija, firmly pull the tines of a fork across the block of cheese.](http://images.ctfassets.net/uw7yiu2kuigc/1ZsfGPFW2IOR2C1uVqcTCL/8e1d5f83090d227001d8dec3ee93f922/Chicken-Fajita-Tacos-Step3.jpg?fit=crop&w=286&h=365&f=top)
To quickly and easily crumble the Cotija, firmly pull the tines of a fork across the block of cheese.
Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per serving
Calories: 699
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 38g 58%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 103mg 34%
Sodium 1690mg 70%
Carbs 49g 16%
Fiber 9g 36%
Protein 40g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.