Chicken Fajita Wraps with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce is a delicious and easy recipe that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
This is a creative way to use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal. The Cilantro-lime sauce can be made the night before so the flavors have time to blend. Fajita seasoning can also be made in larger batches and stored in an airtight container for later use. This will save you time on busy nights when you want dinner on the table quickly.
Leftovers are just as good.
The wraps are topped with creamy cilantro-lime sauce. This recipe can easily be made ahead of time, and the leftovers are just as good. So if you're looking for a new go-to recipe, Chicken Fajita Wraps with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce is definitely worth trying.
Health benefits of eating Chicken
Chicken is America's favorite meat, and it's not hard to see why. Not only is chicken versatile and easy to cook but it's also packed with nutrients that can benefit your health. Chicken is a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues. It's also low in calories and fat, making it a healthy choice for those watching their weight. Chicken is also rich in B vitamins, which are important for energy production. In addition, chicken contains selenium, a mineral that plays a role in thyroid function and immune system health. So next time you're looking for a healthy meal option, don't overlook chicken!
Ingredients
Ingredients: Seasoning - Sauce - Fajitas
Homemade Fajita Seasoning:
3 T. chili powder
1½ tablespoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoon sea salt
Cilantro-Lime Sauce:
1 cup plain, full-fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon homemade fajita seasoning
1 clove of garlic, peeled and finely minced
2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fajitas:
2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
1 green bell pepper, sliced thin
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced thin1 orange pepper, sliced thin
½ small red onion, sliced thin
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
2-3 tablespoon homemade fajita seasoning
¼ cup chicken stock, preferably organic
¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
3 green onions, green parts only, sliced
2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 head Romaine lettuce, washed and separated into individual leaves
Directions
Directions
- To make the fajita seasoning, mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl. Stir until everything is combined. Store any extra seasoning in an airtight container for later use.
- To make the cilantro-lime sauce, mix all the ingredients together in a medium glass or another non-reactive bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, onion, and balsamic vinegar to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 10 minutes or until onions and peppers are crisp-tender.
- Put the shredded rotisserie chicken, fajita seasoning, and chicken stock in the skillet. Stir everything together. Cook until it is all hot and there is no more liquid. Add more salt or fajita seasoning if you want to.
- Take the skillet off of the heat and stir in cilantro, green onions, and fresh lime juice. To serve, spoon mixture onto individual Romaine lettuce leaves. Top with a drizzle of cilantro-lime sauce.
Enjoy!
