Creamy Monterey Chicken Fajitas
Indulge in these delectable Creamy Monterey Chicken Fajitas that combine tender chicken breast, colorful vegetables, and a rich creamy sauce. This recipe features sautéed onions and green bell peppers mixed with succulent chicken, all enveloped in warm flour tortillas. Topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese and a zesty salsa, these fajitas are perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Serve them with your favorite sides and enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal that's sure to please everyone at the table!
4
Servings
400
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons (None)
Boneless skinless chicken breast
1 lb (Cut into strips)
Green bell pepper
1 medium (Cut into strips)
Onion
1 medium (Diced)
Cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can (None)
Chunky salsa
1/2 cup (None)
Flour tortillas
8 (None)
Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup (Shredded)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
3
Stir in the sliced green bell peppers and diced onion, cooking until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
4
Reduce the heat to medium and add the cream of mushroom soup and chunky salsa to the skillet, stirring well to combine, and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
5
Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
6
Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture down the center of each tortilla, then sprinkle generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
7
Fold the tortillas over the filling and serve immediately, garnished with additional salsa or toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
35g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary protein used in Creamy Monterey Chicken Fajitas?
The primary protein used is 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken breast cut into strips.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What are the nutritional values for one serving?
Each serving contains 400 calories, 20g of fat, 35g of carbohydrates, and 30g of protein.
What type of oil is used to sauté the chicken?
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil are used to sauté the chicken.
How long should the chicken be cooked in the skillet?
The chicken strips should be cooked for approximately 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Which vegetables are included in this fajita recipe?
The recipe includes one medium green bell pepper cut into strips and one medium diced onion.
What is the recommended cooking time for the vegetables?
The vegetables should be cooked for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
What makes these fajitas creamy?
The creaminess comes from adding one 8-ounce can of cream of mushroom soup to the skillet.
What kind of salsa is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chunky salsa.
How should the tortillas be prepared?
Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until they are pliable.
How many tortillas does this recipe require?
This recipe requires 8 flour tortillas.
What type of cheese is used for topping?
One cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese is used to top the fajitas.
How do you assemble the fajitas?
Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture down the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and fold over.
What heat level should be used for the final sauce mixture?
The heat should be reduced to medium when adding the soup and salsa.
How long do you heat the soup and salsa mixture?
Heat the mixture through for another 2-3 minutes after combining.
Is there a specific way to cut the chicken?
Yes, the chicken breast should be cut into strips.
How should the green bell pepper be prepared?
The green bell pepper should be cut into strips.
How should the onion be prepared?
The onion should be diced.
What are the main tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include fajitas, chicken, monterey jack cheese, mexican cuisine, and easy dinner.
Can I add extra toppings to the fajitas?
Yes, you can garnish with additional salsa or other toppings of your choice.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Chicken Breast.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and a family meal.
What is the sodium content of this dish?
The specific sodium content is not provided in the recipe data.
What is the fiber content of this recipe?
The fiber content is not specified in the nutritional information provided.
Does this recipe use corn or flour tortillas?
This recipe specifically uses flour tortillas.
What is the total number of ingredients needed?
There are 8 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Should the cheese be melted?
The recipe instructs to sprinkle cheese over the warm filling, which will allow it to melt.
How should the dish be served?
It should be served immediately after assembly.
What heat setting is used to start the recipe?
The recipe starts with medium-high heat in a large skillet.
Is this a good recipe for gatherings?
Yes, the description notes it is perfect for family dinners or gatherings.