Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

red bell peppers

stemmed, seeded, thinly sliced

2 unit

green chilies

stemmed, seeded, thinly sliced

1 unit

jalapeno chilies

minced

1 lb

chicken breast

thinly sliced

1 tbsp

olive oil

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

12 unit

flour tortillas

warm

1 unit

lime wedges

1 unit

sour cream

Step 1
~2 min

Stem and seed the bell peppers, green chilies, and jalapenos. Wear rubber gloves when handling jalapenos.

Step 2
~2 min

Mince the jalapenos.

Step 3
~2 min

Cut bell peppers and green chilies into thin slivers.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut the chicken crosswise into thin slices, about 3 inches long.

Step 5
~2 min

Place a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the olive oil to the skillet.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the chicken and black pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry until chicken is opaque, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Remove chicken from the skillet and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 9
~2 min

Return the skillet to the heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the minced garlic and cumin to the skillet. Stir-fry for about a minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 11
~2 min

Add the bell peppers and chilies to the skillet. Stir-fry until they begin to wilt, about 2-10 minutes.

Step 12
~2 min

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.

Step 13
~2 min

Add the chopped cilantro and salt to taste.

Step 14
~2 min

Stir to mix evenly and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 15
~2 min

Warm the flour tortillas.

Step 16
~2 min

To assemble a taco, fill a warm tortilla with the chicken mixture.

Step 17
~2 min

Squeeze a lime wedge over the filling.

Step 18
~2 min

Add a dollop of sour cream.

Step 19
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired spice level.

Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes for extra flavor.

Add other vegetables such as onions, mushrooms, or zucchini.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken stir-fry can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Guacamole
Pico de gallo
Mexican street corn

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico/Asia Fusion

Cultural Significance

Modern take on classic dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Taco Tuesday

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
casual gathering
party

Popularity Score

70/100

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