Chicken and Zucchini Fajitas with Avocado Crema
These chicken and zucchini fajitas are a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The chicken is juicy and tender, the zucchini is perfectly cooked, and the fajita seasoning adds a delicious smoky flavor. The avocado crema adds a creamy, tangy contrast to the savory fajitas. Serve these fajitas with your favorite low-carb tortillas for a complete meal.
Fajitas are a Tex-Mex dish that is typically made with grilled meat, vegetables, and tortillas. The meat is usually marinated in a flavorful sauce before being grilled, and the vegetables are typically grilled or sautéed. Fajitas are often served with a variety of toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. The origins of fajitas are unclear, but it is believed that they were first created in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas in the early 1930s. Fajitas were originally made with skirt steak, but today they can be made with any type of meat, including chicken, beef, pork, and seafood. These chicken and zucchini fajitas are a healthier take on the classic dish. The chicken is grilled instead of fried, and the zucchini adds a healthy dose of vegetables. The fajita seasoning is made with a blend of spices that gives the fajitas a delicious smoky flavor. The avocado crema is a creamy, tangy sauce that adds a delicious contrast to the savory fajitas. These chicken and zucchini fajitas are a quick and easy weeknight meal that's perfect for busy families. They're also a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.
Chicken and Zucchini Fajitas with Avocado Crema Chicken and Zucchini Fajitas with Avocado Crema Chicken and Zucchini Fajitas with Avocado Crema Chicken and Zucchini Fajitas with Avocado Crema
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 large zucchini, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup avocado crema (recipe below)
  • 10 low-carb tortillas
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  3. Add zucchini and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in fajita seasoning and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and red onion.
  6. Serve with avocado crema and low-carb tortillas.
  7. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The chicken is grilled instead of fried, which makes it healthier.
  • The zucchini adds a healthy dose of vegetables.
  • The fajita seasoning is made with a blend of spices that gives the fajitas a delicious smoky flavor.
  • The avocado crema is a creamy, tangy sauce that adds a delicious contrast to the savory fajitas.