I decided the other night that I wanted to make fajitas and I wanted to use my crock pot but when I checked my recipe time, I thought about using my dutch oven. You cant believe the difference in time it takes to cook in a crock-pot verses a dutch oven. I know when I used to work out of my home that I started my dinner early in the morning and came home to a delicious meal.
Well that not being the case I needed my fajitas to cook faster
and I didnt want to stand at the stove, I like 1 pan meals.
Oh and the time difference is 3-5 hours verses 25- 40 minutes.
Now if you wanted to use this recipe and you don't have a dutch oven you still can in a
crock-pot and let them cook on high for 3-5 hours until chicken is done and vegetables are tender.
So here is how my recipe goes:
Dutch Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas
12" dutch oven
2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chilies
2 medium onion, sliced
I used the one with a mix of red, yellow and green peppers cleaned and sliced (you can use 1 package of mixed frozen peppers)
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 Tbs. chili powder
2 1/2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4-1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
Warmed flour tortillas
12" dutch oven
2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chilies
2 medium onion, sliced
I used the one with a mix of red, yellow and green peppers cleaned and sliced (you can use 1 package of mixed frozen peppers)
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 Tbs. chili powder
2 1/2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4-1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
Warmed flour tortillas
In a 12" dutch oven, I layered the vegetables, then added the chicken. In a small bowl mix and combine the oil and spices. Drizzle the mixture over the chicken and toss to coat. Then I added tomatoes, chilies and peppers. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Serving Idea:
I serve fresh diced tomatoes, onions, sour cream, grated cheese and your favorite salsa, our fav is Picante Brand and serve on warm soft tortillas either white or wheat. I warm them in a potato bag like these oh and of course they are great for potatoes and corn.
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I like the idea of using my own spices as with a mix (which I used to use) they are usually high in sodium.
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This looks like a catered meal. I wish you'd invite me to dinner!
Ahh Lisa, thanks I love making things to take photos of, I think I would of enjoyed being a food stylist. You are welcome any time!! Thanks for stopping by!!
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Hi Wanda, thank you for stopping by. If you try you will love them. Have a great weekend
I like fajitas, especially when prepared at home. Healthy and it saves me money. This recipe sounds delicious and will try it to make it for my family. Appreciate this post and the inspiration it gives.
Hi Theresa, thanks, I love to show my favorite recipes off. Thank you for stopping by, wishing you a great weekend!