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Chicken Fajitas with Cottage Cheese

30-Minute Chicken Fajitas with Cottage Cheese

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Easy and flavorful chicken fajitas with a creamy cottage cheese crema. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • Bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • Garlic, minced
  • Olive oil
  • Boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips
  • Paprika
  • Chili powder
  • Cumin
  • Oregano
  • Onion powder
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Flour tortillas for serving
  • Lime juice for serving
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, guacamole, salsa, cilantro
  • 1 poblano pepper
  • 1 jalapeno pepper
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss peppers, onion, and chicken with olive oil, garlic, and spices.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing halfway. Optional broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end for char.
  4. Drizzle with lime juice and serve in warm tortillas with toppings.
  5. For the crema: Char poblano and jalapeno over a gas flame until skins blister. Steam in a bag, then peel off charred skins.
  6. Blend cottage cheese and Mexican crema until smooth. Add garlic and lime juice and blend again.
  7. Remove stems and seeds from peppers, add to blender, and blend until smooth and green. Season with salt to taste.

Notes

  • Use any color bell peppers for variety.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg