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Chicken Fajita Melts Recipe

Chicken Fajita Melts Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Broiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Chicken Fajita Melts are a delicious twist on classic fajitas, with seasoned chicken, bell peppers, onions, and melted cheese piled onto toasted sandwich rolls. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner!


Ingredients

Chicken Fajita Mixture:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Additional Ingredients:

  • 4 sandwich rolls or hoagie buns, split
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack or cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes until cooked through and browned. Set aside.
  2. Sauté Veggies: In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onion for 4–5 minutes until tender and charred.
  3. Combine and Toast: Return chicken to the skillet with veggies. Toast sandwich rolls under the broiler, then spread with mayonnaise. Divide chicken mixture on rolls, top with cheese, and broil until melted.
  4. Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
  • For a low-carb option, serve over lettuce or in a low-carb wrap.