Chicken Fajita Wraps with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce
Looking for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal? Look no further than these Chicken Fajita Wraps with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce. This delightful dish is not only simple to prepare using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken, but it also bursts with vibrant flavors that will please even the pickiest of eaters.The beauty of this recipe lies in its adaptability. For ideal results, we recommend preparing the cilantro-lime sauce the night before. This will allow the flavors to meld beautifully and create a creamy, tangy topping for your fajitas. Additionally, consider making a larger batch of the homemade fajita seasoning, which can be stored in an airtight container for future meals. This excellent planning will save you precious time during those busy evenings when getting dinner on the table quickly is a must.
Ingredients
Homemade Fajita Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1½ tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- ½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoon sea salt
Cilantro-Lime Sauce
- 1 cup plain, full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon homemade fajita seasoning
- 1 clove garlic peeled and finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Fajitas
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced thin
- 1 green bell pepper sliced thin
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced thin
- 1 orange pepper sliced thin
- ½ small red onion sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken shredded
- 2-3 tablespoons homemade fajita seasoning
- ¼ c. chicken stock preferably organic
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
- 3 green onions green parts only, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 head Romaine lettuce washed and separated into individual leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the fajita seasoning by combining all ingredients in a small bowl and stirring until thoroughly blended. Store any excess in an airtight container for later use.
- Prepare the cilantro-lime sauce by thoroughly combining all ingredients in a medium glass or other non-reactive bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers, onion, and balsamic vinegar to the skillet and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the onions and peppers are crisp tender.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, fajita seasoning, and chicken stock to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook until heated through and excess liquid is gone, approximately 3-4 minutes. Season with additional salt or fajita seasoning, if desired.
- Remove skillet from heat and stir in the cilantro, green onions, and fresh lime juice. To serve, spoon mixture onto individual Romaine lettuce leaves and top with a drizzle of cilantro-lime sauce. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 536kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 26g (9%)Protein: 60g (120%)Fat: 24g (37%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 173mg (58%)Sodium: 1942mg (84%)Potassium: 1024mg (29%)Fiber: 10g (42%)Sugar: 10g (11%)Vitamin A: 19042IU (381%)Vitamin C: 169mg (205%)Calcium: 182mg (18%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
