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Tequila-Lime Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients

  • 3-4 limes juiced
  • 1/8 cup tequila
  • 1/2 tsp red chili pepper flakes (Low FODMAP: make sure it is garlic free such as this brand
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed (Low FODMAP: sub 1 Tbsp garlic-inflused olive oil and skip the additional oil ingredient listed below)
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 1 Tbsp avocado or neutral-flavored oil
  • 2 colored bell peppers sliced
  • 1 onion sliced (Low FODMAP: OMIT. Can sub diced green onions or chives as garnish if desired)
  • 8 small tortillas or large lettuce leaves (Low FODMAP: corn tortillas or lettuce)

Optional Toppings

  • Limes
  • Avocado Avocado (Low FODMAP: limit to 1/8 whole avocado),                
  • sour cream (Low FODMAP: lactose-free only)
  • salsa (Low FODMAP: watch the ingredientsfor garlic and onion) 

Instructions

  • Mix the lime juice, tequila, pepper flakes, chili powder, and garlic in a glass container and add chicken.
  • Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes.
  • Discard marinade and grill chicken until internal temp reaches 165°F. Let chicken rest for several minutes before slicing.
  • While the chicken is resting, heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add bell peppers and onion and saute several minutes until soft.
  • Layer sliced chicken, sauteed vegetables, and extras of your choice in lettuce leaves or tortillas. I love a squeeze of fresh lime on top plus avocado/guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.