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Chipotle Chicken Fajitas

Are you ready for a culinary journey inspired by Mexican cuisine? Chipotle chicken fajitas are a burst of flavors that will take your taste buds on an adventure. This recipe combines juicy chicken with the smoky and spicy taste of chipotle, creating a dish that delights lovers of bold and authentic flavors.

Ingredients:

  • 500g chicken breast, cut into strips

  • 2 peppers (red and green), cut into strips

  • 1 large onion, cut into strips

  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce (adjust according to desired spice level)

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Corn or flour tortillas, for serving

  • Additional ingredients for serving: sliced avocado, sour cream, grated

  • cheese, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, etc.

Preparation:

  1. In a large bowl, mix the chicken strips with lime juice, chipotle sauce, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and cook the marinated chicken strips until golden and fully cooked, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and cook the onion, peppers, and garlic until they are tender but still crispy, about 5 minutes.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet and mix it with the cooked vegetables for a couple of minutes to blend the flavors.
  5. Heat the tortillas in a hot skillet or in the microwave.
  6. Serve the hot chipotle chicken fajitas filled in the warm tortillas and accompanied by your favorite serving ingredients, such as avocado, sour cream, grated cheese, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Get ready to enjoy these flavorful chipotle chicken fajitas, perfect for a comforting and delicious Mexican meal!

Bonus Recipe: Homemade Panettone

This easy panettone recipe is a simplified version of the original, but you won’t even notice the difference when you taste it! This traditional Italian sweet bread is increasingly popular during Christmas worldwide.

The original recipe is quite elaborate, using a special sourdough starter and a process that takes several days. In this recipe, we have simplified the process quite a bit. However, it still takes some time and has its tricks, but it’s definitely worth it!

The tradition of panettone dates back centuries, and nowadays, it’s an essential element in Christmas celebrations in many homes. Modern variations include versions with additional fillings, such as chocolate or cream, but the essence of panettone remains the same.

It’s a festive delicacy that is shared and enjoyed during the holiday season. Its unmistakable aroma and unique flavor make panettone a cherished culinary gift and a symbol of celebration during the end-of-year festivities.

Preparation Time:

  • Serves 4 / 45 minutes / Medium difficulty

Ingredients:

Sponge:

  • 400g special flour

  • 10g instant yeast

  • 4g strong dough improver

  • 10g gluten

  • 180ml water

  • 80g sugar

  • 10g butter

Reinforcement:

  • 225g special flour

  • 80g egg yolks (without whites)

  • 110g sugar

  • 80g salt

  • 10g shine enhancer

  • 6g emulsifier

  • 5g wheat gluten

  • 80g anti-mold agent

  • 6g powdered milk

  • 100ml water

  • 5g strong dough improver

  • 50g butter

  • 45g margarine

  • 180g raisins

  • 170g candied fruit

  • 80g panettone essence

Preparation:

Sponge:

  1. Place the flour and instant yeast in a mixer, mix them dry until everything comes together.
  2. Then add the water, dough improver, sugar, and knead.
  3. After a few minutes, add the butter and continue kneading until you get a regular, unrefined dough.
  4. Let it ferment for 2.5 to 3 hours.

Reinforcement:

  1. Place the sponge in the mixer with the egg yolks, sugar, salt, emulsifier, shine enhancer, and water.
  2. Knead until the mixture is homogeneous.
  3. Pre-mix the special flour with the powdered milk, anti-mold agent, wheat gluten, and strong dough improver.
  4. Continue kneading. When the dough starts to become elastic, add the margarine and essences, and keep kneading until you get a thin, elastic dough.
  5. Finally, add the raisins and candied fruit. Let the dough rest for a few minutes, then cut and shape it into desired units.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes, shape the dough into rolls for the second time, and place them in molds.
  7. Let it ferment for about three hours, then bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 60 minutes.

Now you can enjoy your homemade panettone!