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Chicken Fajita Marinade
Author:
Erin Jensen
Prep Time:
5
minutes
mins
Servings:
1
batch marinade
Course:
Marinade
Cuisine:
Mexican-Inspired
Method:
Refrigerator
Chicken Fajita Marinade
- a delicious, flavorful and easy homemade chicken fajita marinade recipe that turns out perfectly every time!
Ingredients
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3
teaspoons
chili powder
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1 1/2
teaspoons
kosher salt
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1
teaspoon
paprika
smoked paprika, if you can find it
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1
teaspoon
onion powder
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1
teaspoon
garlic powder
smoked garlic powder, if you can find it
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1/8
teaspoon
ground cayenne pepper
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3
teaspoons
ground cumin
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1
teaspoon
dried oregano leaves
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1/4
teaspoon
ground black pepper
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1
tablespoon
lime juice
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3
tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
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4
boneless skinless chicken breasts*
Instructions
Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
Place chicken in a reusable silicone bag or glass container.
Pour marinade over top and ensure chicken is fully coated.
Seal and store in the refrigerator while the chicken marinates, at least 30 minutes.
Remove chicken from marinade and cook however you wish, discard excess marinade.
Notes
*
Chicken
: feel free to cut the chicken into tenders before marinating, if you are making chicken fajitas.
Flavor Boost
: feel free to add in some lime zest to really pump up the flavor!
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