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chicken tender fajitas

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Servings: 4

Cost: $6.13 /serving

Ingredients

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Instructions

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Step 1

1 In a large skillet (not nonstick) over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil until shimmering

Step 2

2 Add the chicken and fajita seasoning

Step 3

3 Cook, tossing with tongs, until the tenders are coated in the seasoning, then spread them out in a single layer in the pan

Step 4

4 Cook until browned on one side, about 3 minutes, then flip and continue cooking until cooked through, about 3 minutes more

Step 5

5 Transfer the chicken to a plate

Step 6

6 Reduce the heat to medium

Step 7

7 Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, the peppers, onion wedges and salt

Step 8

8 Cook, tossing occasionally, until well browned and tender-crisp, about 10 minutes

Step 9

9 Add the water and, using a wooden spoon, scrape up and incorporate any browned bits on the bottom of the pan

Step 10

10 Use two forks to tear each chicken tender into 3 to 4 pieces and return them to the pan, along with any accumulated juices

Step 11

11 Toss to combine

Step 12

12 Taste and season with more salt, if desired

Step 13

13 Serve with the tortillas, sour cream or yogurt and/or hot sauce, if desired