House Fajitas Recipe
Tender strips of seasoned chicken, beef or a mix grilled with onions, bell pepper, tomato, and our special ranchero sauce.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Seasonings
Sauce
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Slice the Protein
Cut the chicken and beef into thin strips, about 1/2 inch wide.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Slice the onion, bell peppers, and tomato into thin strips.
Marinating the Protein
- 3
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Marinate the Protein
Add the sliced chicken and beef to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
- 5
Prepare the Ranchero Sauce
In a saucepan, combine tomato sauce, water, cilantro, and lime juice. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
- 7
- 8
Combine Everything
Add the cooked chicken and beef back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the ranchero sauce over the mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serving
- 9
Warm the Tortillas
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
- 10
Assemble the Fajitas
Serve the protein and vegetable mixture in the warmed tortillas, garnishing as desired.
