Simple Fajitas For the P90X Portion Approach

If you chose the Portion Approach it was likely because the recipes in the Meal Plan Approach seemed a little much for you. If you like to spend limited time in the kitchen and cook with limited ingredients, the Portion Approach was the right choice.Figuring out how to put the long list of ingredients together for a good meal, however, can be challenging for some people who don’t cook much or aren’t too creative in the kitchen. A simple meal should take no longer than 20 minutes to throw together but taste like you really put some effort into it.

Check out the following recipe for Simple Chicken Fajitas that will turn a week night into a fiesta. Cook extra for leftovers that make a great lunch!

6 oz Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
1 C. Mixed Bell Peppers
½ Yellow Onion
1 Lg Whole Wheat Tortilla (or substitute 3 small corn tortillas)
1 Tbs. Salsa
Cumin, Chile Powder, Pepper, or spices of your choice

Slice and sauté the Chicken with spices like Cumin, Chile Powder, and Black Pepper. Remove from heat. Cook sliced Bell Peppers and Onion until tender, add chicken back to pan and stir until heated through. Remove from heat and spoon into tortilla(s). Top with Salsa and Serve.

Depending on your portion allowances for the day, feel free to top with low-fat cheese or serve with brown rice. If you are short on any food groups, add more chicken or veggies.

This recipe accounts for 1 servings of veggies, 2 proteins, 1 carbohydrate and 1 condiment.