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Wholesome Chicken Fajitas for a Nourishing Meal

Chicken fajitas on a wood cutting board
Delicious and protein-packed chicken fajitas

Protein-Packed Fajitas for a Healthy Meal

Enjoy a protein-packed and healthy meal with these quick and easy fajitas. Tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and onions are cooked to perfection and wrapped in corn tortillas. Topped with melted cheese and served with salsa, these flavorful fajitas are a delicious choice for a fitness-friendly and nutritious dinner option.

  • Frying pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula
  • Lid
  • 2 Corn Tortillas
  • 5 ounces Chicken Breast
  • ¼ Onion
  • ¼ Bell Pepper
  • Salsa
  • Green Onion
  • 2 ounces Fat-Free Cheese
  1. Preheat a frying pan and cook the chicken: Place a burner on medium heat. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and fry them in a non-stick pan sprayed with zero-calorie cooking oil. Set the cooked chicken aside and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. Cook the onions and peppers: In the same pan, add the sliced onions and bell peppers with an additional spray of zero-calorie cooking oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.

  3. Spray tortillas and melt cheese: Lightly spray both sides of the corn tortillas with cooking oil. Place them in the pan and cook on one side until slightly crispy. Flip the tortillas and sprinkle the shredded fat-free cheese on top. Cover the pan with a lid and allow the cheese to melt onto the tortillas.

  4. Assemble and enjoy: Remove the tortillas from the pan and fill them with the cooked chicken, sautéed onions and peppers. Top with salsa and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful fajitas.

  • Customize your fajitas by adding additional toppings such as sliced avocado, sour cream, or chopped fresh cilantro.
  • Serve the fajitas with a side of brown rice, black beans, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
  • To make it spicier, you can add some chili powder, cumin, or hot sauce to the chicken while cooking.
  • If you prefer a vegetarian option, you can replace the chicken with tofu or sautéed vegetables.
  • These fajitas are great for meal prep. You can make a larger batch and store the leftovers in the refrigerator for quick and easy meals throughout the week.
  • Experiment with different types of tortillas, such as whole wheat or spinach tortillas, for added variety and nutritional benefits.
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Healthy Recipes Lunch & Dinner Entrées

Protein Chili: Flavorful Fuel for Your Day

Protein Chili in a White Bowl with Cheese Topping, Yellow Pepper, Garlic, and Onion
Protein Chili with Cheese Topping and Fresh Vegetables

“Protein Chili: Flavorful Fuel for Your Day

This Protein Chili recipe is a flavorful and nourishing dish packed with protein to fuel your day. Made with extra lean ground beef, black beans, red beans, tomatoes, and a variety of aromatic spices, this chili is a satisfying and wholesome meal option. The ground beef is seasoned with a blend of spices to create a rich and hearty flavor. Combined with the beans and tomatoes, this chili provides a protein-packed boost to your diet. Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make protein chili as a satisfying meal that will keep you energized and satisfied.

  • Large pot or dutch oven
  • cooking utinsels
  • measuring spoons/cups
  • can opener
  • cutting board and knife
  • 2 Pounds Extra Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 15 Ounce Can Black Beans
  • 1 15 Ounce Can Red Beans
  • 1 15 Ounce Can Tomatoes
  • 16 Ounces Beef Stock
  • 2 Cups Frozen Peas
  • 2 Cups Frozen Corn
  • 2 Cups Fat-Free Cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon Dry Chili Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Dry Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Dry Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Dry Paprika
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Cumin
  1. Brown the Beef:
  2. In a large, deep boiling pot, add the extra lean ground beef.
  3. Fry the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked and browned.
  4. Add the mixture of dry chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin to the cooked ground beef.
  5. Allow the spices to fry with the beef for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring to evenly coat the meat.
  6. Add Beans, Tomatoes, and Stock:
  7. Drain and rinse the black beans and red beans from their cans.
  8. Add the black beans, red beans, and canned tomatoes to the pot with the beef.
  9. Pour in the beef stock, ensuring that the ingredients are well-covered in liquid.
  10. Include Peas and Corn:
  11. Add the frozen peas and frozen corn to the pot.
  12. Stir all the ingredients together to combine.
  13. Simmer the Chili:
  14. Bring the chili to a full rolling boil over medium heat.
  15. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the chili simmer.
  16. Allow the chili to simmer until it reaches your desired consistency. This will typically take around 35-40 minutes, but you can adjust the cooking time to your preference.
  17. Serve and Enjoy:
  18. Ladle the protein-packed chili into bowls.
  19. Top each serving with a generous amount of fat-free cheese.
  20. Optionally, garnish with chopped red onion or other desired toppings.
  21. Serve the chili hot and enjoy!

This recipe is very easy to change up according to taste. If you do not like peas or corn, feel free to add in other veggies like bell peppers. You can also experiment with different variations:

  • Add a splash of honey for a sweeter chili.
  • Try using hot Italian sausage for a spicier version.

Calories are based on serving 7 portions from the pot. Adjust the serving size according to your preferences and nutritional needs.