Best Chipotle Pork Fajitas Recipes

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QUICK AND EASY PORK FAJITAS



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Homemade pork fajitas are full of tender pork pieces and fresh veggies!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Main Course     Pork

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium onion
3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green, or orange)
1 pound pork tenderloin (or lean pork, cut into strips)
1 tablespoon lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 ½ tablespoons fajita seasoning (or seasoning mix below)
8 flour tortillas (6" each or corn tortillas)
toppings as desired

Steps:

  • Heat tortillas according to package directions.
  • Slice onion and peppers, set aside.
  • Cut pork into thin strips and place in a bowl. Toss pork with seasoning, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Preheat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high. Add the pork in small batches and cook just until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Set cooked pork aside.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan and cook onions 1-2 minutes, stir in peppers and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Add pork and cook until heated through, do not overcook the pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 552 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TEX-MEX PORK FAJITAS WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS



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Spiced pork chops are grilled and thinly sliced and served with charred peppers and onions in tortillas and toppings.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds 1-inch-thick boneless center-cut pork chops
1 tablespoon olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch strips
2 large red onions, thickly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
Juice of 2 limes
Kosher salt
Warm tortillas, guacamole, sliced pickled jalapenos, lime wedges, shredded pepper jack cheese, salsa, chopped scallions, sour cream

Steps:

  • Mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the pork chops in a container with the oil and lime juice, then rub with the spice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours before cooking.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Toss the peppers and onions in a bowl with the oil, lime juice and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the pepper-onion mixture to the hot skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the edges are charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Lightly brush the grill grates with oil and grill the pork chops until marked and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for 10 minutes and then thinly slice.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas peppers and onions, guacamole, sliced pickled jalapenos, lime wedges, shredded pepper jack cheese, salsa, chopped scallions, sour cream.
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CHIPOTLE CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Provided by Aida Mollenkamp

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound (about 6) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut lengthwise into strips about 1-inch wide
1 chipotle en adobo, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium red onion, quartered and sliced crosswise 1/2-inch thick
3 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced (about 2 tablespoons)
2 medium bell peppers, stemmed, seeded, quartered lengthwise, and sliced into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
2 teaspoons roughly chopped fresh oregano
6 to 8 flour tortillas, warmed, for serving
Pico de Gallo salsa, optional for serving
Guacamole, optional for serving
Sour cream, optional for serving

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a bowl, add chipotle, and salt and toss until meat is well coated. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. When it smokes, add half of chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and, return pan to stove, add 1 more teaspoon of the oil, and repeat with second batch.
  • Add remaining 1 teaspoon of the oil, add onion and garlic and cook until golden and soft, about 2 minutes. Add peppers and cook until softened and golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan, add broth and cook until sauce is slightly reduced, chicken is cooked through, and peppers are soft, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in oregano, taste, and adjust seasoning, as necessary. Serve immediately over steamed rice or potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 94 milligrams, Sodium 1494 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CHIPOTLE PORK FAJITA'S



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I decided to make this tonight.. it was a big hit here at my house.I decided to share it. hope you enjoy it

Provided by Kellie Parker @Luv2mixitup

Categories     Pork

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound(s) pork tenderloin sliced thin
2 1/2 tablespoon(s) chipotle seasoning
1 - onion sliced
1 - yellow or green pepper sliced in strips
1 - red pepper sliced in strips
6 - flour tortillas
2 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
- mexican cheese (optional)
- sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, toss pork pieces with chipotle seasoning. In large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry pork pieces with onion and peppers until all is just tender.
  • Wrap portions in flour tortillas with salsa *Placing pork tenderloin in freezer for about 20 minutes makes slicing easier Sour cream and mexican cheese added on top is a great addition

MANGO PORK FAJITAS WITH CHIPOTLE SOUR CREAM



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This can be made with chicken strips instead of pork, plan ahead for the sour cream sauce it needs to stay in the fridge for a couple of hours to blend the flavors so prepare the sauce well ahead of the fajitas, prep time included in the refrigeration time for sauce, all ingredients may be adjusted to taste

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Fruit

Time 3h3m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 -2 tablespoon oil
1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2 in thick strips
1 -2 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
1 small onion, sliced
1 cup fresh ripe mango, chunks
1 cup sour cream (light is okay, do not use fat-free)
4 fresh minced garlic cloves, divided
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
4 flour tortillas, warmed
2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Toss pork strips in the taco seasoning to coat evenly.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add pork strips, onion, bell pepper, and 3 cloves minced fresh garlic; stir-fry 3-5 minutes.
  • Divide the pork mixture and mango chunks into four equal parts.
  • Roll up in warmed tortillas.
  • Serve with chipotle sour cream.
  • For the chipotle sour cream mixture; in a medium bowl combine sour cream, chilpotle chiles, cilantro and 1 minced garlic clove; mix until well blended.
  • Cover and refrigerate several hours to blend flavors.
  • To warm the tortillas; wrap loosely in a kitchen towel, microwave on HIGH for 30-40 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.6, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 100.1, Sodium 279.5, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 8.3, Protein 28.4

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN FAJITAS



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I've had this fajita recipe for three years and my husband and I just love it. Be careful with the chipotle peppers as they can be very hot. I changed it up a little to fit our taste. You may want to adjust the amount to your preference. -Melissa Thomeczek, Hannibal, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
1/4 cup lime juice
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup molasses
4 medium green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
10 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Place the chili sauce, lime juice and chipotle peppers in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Transfer 1/2 cup to a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-4 hours. , Pour remaining marinade into a small bowl; add the vinegar, brown sugar and molasses. Cover and refrigerate., On six metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken and vegetables. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10-16 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, turning occasionally. , Unskewer chicken and vegetables into a large bowl; add 1/2 cup chipotle-molasses mixture and toss to coat. Keep warm., Grill tortillas, uncovered, over medium heat for 45-55 seconds on each side or until warmed. Top with chicken mixture, tomatoes, cheese and remaining chipotle-molasses mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 748 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 113g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

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