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Balsamic Lime Chicken Fajitas

Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Serving Size 8 servings

Ingredients

  • FOR THE MARINADE:
  • 1/4 C olive oil
  • 3 T lime juice
  • 2 T balsamic vinegar red wine vinegar is great, too
  • 2 T finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic chopped
  • 1 t sugar
  • 1/4 t ground cumin
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • FOR THE FAJITAS:
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (or about 12 chicken tenders)
  • 10 small tortillas
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • FOR THE TOPPINGS:
  • lettuce
  • sour cream
  • salsa
  • cheddar cheese
  • other ideas: avocado, cilantro, black olives, pico de gallo

Instructions

  • Place chicken in a shallow dish. Mix marinade ingredients and pour over chicken. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but up to 24 hours.
  • Remove chicken from marinade, and discard marinade.
  • Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat unto no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Grill the peppers and onions on the top rack for about 5 minutes.
  • Warm the tortillas in foil on the grill for a few minutes, if desired.
  • Slice chicken and serve with the grilled veggies, warm tortillas, and toppings of your choice.