Name: Cooking with Kids: Chicken Fajitas with Fresh Salsa and Guacamole Recipe
Prep time: PT-492360H22M41S
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 2 h 23 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, cut into chunks; Olive oil, for frying; 4 limes, juice only; 2 tsp fajita seasoning; 4 spring onions, finely sliced; 1 fat garlic clove, crushed; 1 red pepper; ½ jar roasted pepper (Gaea Red Peppers Flame Roasted 290g recommended); 1 small apple, peeled; 4 ripe tomatoes; ½ lime, juice only; Small bunch coriander, leaves picked; Chilli sauce, to taste (optional); 2 very ripe avocados, halved and stone removed; ½ lime, juice only; Grated cheese; 6 – 8 tortillas (mini tortillas for kids optional); Soured cream (optional)

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts, cut into chunks

Olive oil, for frying

4 limes, juice only

2 tsp fajita seasoning

4 spring onions, finely sliced

1 fat garlic clove, crushed

1 red pepper

½ jar roasted pepper (we used Gaea Red Peppers Flame Roasted 290g)

1 small apple, peeled

4 ripe tomatoes

½ lime, juice only

Small bunch coriander, leaves picked

Chilli sauce, to taste (optional)

2 very ripe avocados, halved and stone removed

½ lime, juice only

Grated cheese, to serve

6 – 8 tortillas (mini tortillas work well for kids)

Soured cream (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine the chicken chunks with lime juice and fajita seasoning. Cover and place in the fridge for at least two hours to marinate.

Step 2: For the salsa, roughly chop the red pepper, roasted pepper, apple, and tomatoes. If children are involved and over 5 years old, they can help with chopping using a safe plastic knife; younger children can pick coriander leaves and mix them in.

Step 3: Place the salsa ingredients in a food processor with lime juice and a pinch of seasoning. Pulse until finely chopped. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this mixture for younger children, then add chilli sauce if desired and pulse again to mix.

Step 4: Scoop out the avocado flesh into a bowl. Use a potato masher to mash it, then stir in lime juice and some black pepper. For younger kids, adults should handle the lime juice to avoid irritation.

Step 5: Heat a little olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.

Step 6: Arrange grated cheese, prepared salsa (both versions if serving children), guacamole, and sour cream in colorful bowls on the table for everyone to help themselves.

Step 7: Warm the tortillas following package instructions. Transfer the cooked chicken to a bowl and demonstrate how to fill and roll the tortillas.

Step 8: Lay out a tortilla, choose toppings, roll it up, and enjoy your delicious fajita!

Tips & Variations

Save leftover fajita seasoning in a sealed jar to use for your next meal for extra flavor.

Try swapping chicken for beef strips or use grilled vegetables for a vegetarian version.

Mini tortillas make portions manageable and fun for kids to handle.

To reduce heat, omit the chilli sauce or offer it on the side.

Storage

Store any leftover cooked chicken and salsa in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Guacamole is best eaten fresh but can be stored with a tight cover and plastic wrap pressed onto the surface to minimize browning, for up to one day. Reheat chicken gently in a pan or microwave before serving.

FAQs

Can younger children safely help with this recipe?

Yes, children aged five and above can assist with safe tasks like chopping soft ingredients with a child-friendly knife and mixing. Younger kids can help with washing ingredients, picking herbs, and assembling tortillas under adult supervision.

What can I serve with fajitas for a complete meal?

Fajitas pair well with sides like Mexican rice, beans, or a simple green salad. Adding these will round out your meal with extra veggies and fiber.