Vegan Fajitas with Meatless Chicken

Vegan Fajitas, aka Meatless Chicken Fajitas, are filled with a variety of grilled vegetables. Live the spicy life with flavors of the southwest!

Why You'll Love This Vegan Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Bursting With Flavor- Grilled onions, bell peppers, roasted peanuts, and meatless chicken strips are marinated in a delicious blend of spices for maximum flavor in every bite.

1-Hour Recipe- Cut your cooking time significantly with this easy vegan chicken fajitas recipe. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekend days.

Great For Meal Prep- This vegan chicken fajitas recipe is perfect for meal prepping on Sunday to enjoy throughout the week. Just pack into airtight containers and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Vegan Fajitas are filled with a variety of savory grilled vegetables. Included in this recipe are wonderful meatless chicken and peanuts for even more texture.

That little bit of peanut crunch makes this fajita special, and a dash of cinnamon keeps true to the Hispanic spirit.

Ingredients

Extra Virgin Olive Oil- Adds a depth of flavor and helps the vegetables cook.

Onion- Gives the fajitas sweetness and a little crunch.

Green Bell Pepper- Adds a mild flavor and vibrant color to the dish.

Ground Cinnamon- Gives your vegan chicken fajitas a hint of warmth and sweetness.

Chili Powder- Adds a nice spicy flavor to the marinade.

Oregano- Gives the vegan chicken fajitas a smoky and robust flavor.

Garlic Powder- Enhances the flavor of the fajitas.

Pepper- For enhancing the flavor.

Meatless Chicken Strips- Gives your vegan fajitas their meaty texture and delicious flavor.

Dry Roasted Peanuts- Adds a crunchy, meaty flavor to your vegan chicken fajitas.

Vegetable Broth- Gives your veggies extra flavor and moisture.

Tortillas- Used to wrap everything together!

Popular Substitutions And Additions

• Use vegan sour cream, guacamole, pico de Gallo, or salsa to top your delicious vegan chicken fajitas.
• Substitute the meatless chicken strips with some firm tofu, tempeh, or seitan.
• Add vegan cheese shreds to get that classic fajita flavor.
• For extra crunch, add some roasted pepitas or pumpkin seeds.
• Switch up the warm tortilla and use some corn tortillas instead.
• Add some diced jalapenos for extra spice and flavor.
• Top with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or fresh chopped cilantro.
• Add some taco seasoning for even more of a taco flavor.
• Serve vegan chicken fajitas with a side salad, brown rice, avocado slices, or black beans for a full meal.

Helpful Tools for Vegan Fajitas

A nice big stainless steel skillet is so handy. This one even has a lid.

You have to have a set of measuring spoons for this recipe and as always I love stainless steel.

Let cool to room temperature. Package in rigid-sided freezer containers.

TO PREPARE AFTER FREEZING:

Remove from the freezer and put in the refrigerator for 6 to 8 hours.

When serving - Heat a little oil in a skillet and add the mixture. Heat through and serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

📋 Recipe

Vegan Fajitas with Meatless Chicken

Ginny McMeans

Vegan Fajitas with Meatless Chicken are filled with a variety of grilled vegetables.

4.86 from 7 votes

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican Style

Servings 10 Fajitas

Calories 198 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup onion - diced
• 1 cup green bell pepper - julienned, whatever the size of your bell pepper measures at is good
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 10 ounces meatless chicken strips
• ½ cup dry roasted peanuts
• ¼ cup vegetable broth
• 10 tortillas - whole wheat

Instructions

 

• Heat oil in a large skillet and add onion and bell pepper.
  
• Saute for about 15 minutes or until onion is translucent.
  
• Add spices and cook 5 more minutes.
  
• Turn up to medium and add the meatless chicken and peanuts. Cook 5 minutes.
  
• Add vegetable broth.
• Heat through and serve on tortillas.
• At this point you can also freeze the filling and serve with tortillas at a later date.
• IF SERVING NOW:
• Fill each tortilla with about  ¼ to ½ cup of the fajita mixture.
• Sprinkle with any other of your favorite toppings such as vegan sour cream, guacamole and salsa. Fold or roll up the tortilla and take a bite.

Nutrition

Serving: 2FajitasCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 9gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 207mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 115IUVitamin C: 13.2mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 2.8mg

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