Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/25 checked
4
servings
4 unit

chicken breasts

1 tbsp

oil

1 unit

red pepper

0.5 cup

shredded cheese

1 unit

plain Doritos

crunched into bits

1 unit

tortilla

1 tbsp

fajita seasoning mix

to coat

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

1 unit

head lettuce

cleaned and shredded or chopped

0.25 cup

vegetable oil

0.13 cup

cider vinegar

0.5 tbsp

water

0.25 tsp

minced garlic

0.5 tsp

sugar

0.38 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

pepper

0.25 tsp

grated parmesan cheese

3 unit

tomatoes

0.25 unit

onion

1 clove

garlic

1 tbsp

cilantro

0.25 tsp

lemons or lime juice

3 piece

jalapeno

to taste

0.5 tsp

garlic salt

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat a griddle or pan with a little oil.

Step 2
~2 min

Alternatively, use a BBQ grill.

Step 3
~2 min

Sprinkle chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and fajita seasoning.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook the seasoned chicken in the preheated pan or on the grill over low heat until cooked through.

Step 5
~2 min

Place the whole red pepper on the griddle or in a separate pan over low heat.

Step 6
~2 min

Carefully watch the red pepper, turning when each side is approximately 30% blackened on the skin.

Step 7
~2 min

Once the red pepper is blackened on all sides, remove it from the heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Devein the blackened red pepper and cut it into strips.

Step 9
~2 min

The pepper strips should be soft.

Step 10
~2 min

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and slice it.

Step 11
~2 min

If making the fresh dressing, combine vegetable oil, cider vinegar, water, minced garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, and grated parmesan cheese in a bowl and mix well.

Step 12
~2 min

If making fresh salsa, put tomatoes, onion, garlic clove, cilantro, lemon or lime juice, jalapeno, and garlic salt in a food processor and pulse until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 13
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine shredded lettuce, crushed Doritos, shredded cheese, dressing, salsa, sliced chicken, and pepper strips.

Step 14
~2 min

Mix all ingredients well.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve immediately as a salad, or fold the mixture into warmed tortillas for wraps.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the spiciness.

Use a variety of colorful vegetables for added visual appeal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dressing and salsa can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Corn on the cob
Black beans and rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Mexican and American flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer barbecues

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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