Chicken Fajitas

I know, I know, full points for (un)originality.

So dont crucify me for choosing the obvious when multi coloured capsicums are on sale!?

Fajita Chicken deserves a great marinade!

Close up of sliced Chicken Fajitas alongside charred peppers, avocado and warm tortillas, ready to be served.

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The secret ingredient in this marinade is orange juice.

No, it doesnt taste of oranges once cooked.

Fruit juice is used in a wide range of marinades, fromCuban Mojo marinadestoMexican Pork Carnitas, toKorean MarinadestoHawaiian.

Sliced yellow, green and red peppers for Chicken Fajitas in a white enamel pan

It injects with subtle flavour and also the sugar brines like salt so proteins retain juiciness when cooked.

Did you know that?

Theres your cooking trivia for the day!

Photo of chicken fajitas being marinated and cooked in a skillet

PS Dont worry if you dont have fresh or bottled OJ on hand.

See recipe notes for alternatives.

Chicken Fajitas stuffed in a warm tortilla being held but a hand, ready to be eaten.

Go forth and fulfil your Fajita cravings!!!

Nagi x

Chicken Fajitas recipe video!

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Platter of sliced Chicken Fajitas alongside charred peppers, avocado and warm tortillas, ready to be served.

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Close up of sliced Chicken Fajitas alongside charred peppers, avocado and warm tortillas, ready to be served.

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Dozer the golden retriever eyeing off Chicken Fajitas