Creamy Chicken Fajitas

Submitted by BearsFanJeff

"These tasty fajitas begin with grilled chicken topped with peppers and onions and covered in a zesty, creamy sauce. Get a can of chipotle chilis in adobo sauce. The smokey flavor is unique and they keep well in a sealed container in the fridge."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Yields: 10-12 fajitas
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (about one large lime)
• 1⁄4 cup salsa verde
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup onion, minced
• 1 large chipotle chile in adobo, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
• 1 bell pepper
• 1 medium onion

• Serve on

• 10 -12 soft tortillas

directions

1. Combine all ingredients (except chicken, bell peppers and medium onion) in a small bowl or 2-cup measuring cup.
2. Wisk well until thoroughly mixed.
3. Pour 1/2 cup over the chicken breasts. Cover and reserve the remainder in the refrigerator.
4. Marinade the chicken in the refirgerator in a plastic bag or sealed container for 30 minutes or longer.
5. Grill chicken breasts over medium-hot coals. Baste with 1/2 cup of the chipotle-lime sauce while grilling.
6. Slice bell pepper and medium onion into 1/4 inch slices.
7. Saute in oil and 1/4 cup of the chipotle-lime sauce until tender. Cover until ready to serve.
8. Wrap tortillas in foil and warm on the grill.
9. Slice chicken into 1/4 inch strips. Pour remaining sauce over sliced chicken and pepper/onion strips.
10. Serve on warm tortillas.