Chicken Fajita Skewers
Grilled skewers of lime-spiced chicken, bell peppers, and onion with the familiar flavors of chicken fajitas.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the bell peppers and onion as specified, keeping the pieces similar in size so they cook evenly.
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Step 2
Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces.
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Step 3
Whisk the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
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Step 4
Add the prepared chicken, peppers, and onion to the seasoning mixture and toss until evenly coated.
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Step 5
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator.
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Step 6
Thread the chicken, peppers, and onion alternately onto the skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
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Step 7
Preheat the grill over medium heat.
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Step 8
Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning once halfway through.
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Step 9
Continue grilling and turning the skewers until the vegetables are tender at the edges and the center of the thickest chicken piece reaches 74°C.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: high
Keep raw chicken separate from ready-to-eat foods, refrigerate it during marination, sanitize contacted surfaces and utensils, and cook the thickest chicken pieces to an internal temperature of 74°C.
Risk factors
- raw poultry
- cross-contamination during preparation
- undercooked chicken