Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Rice, Beans, and Peppers

A comprehensive, budget-friendly Tex-Mex fajita meal featuring grilled chicken thighs, charred peppers and onions, Mexican rice, chorizo pinto beans, and warm tortillas. Includes tips for maximizing flavor, ingredient substitutions, and step-by-step guidance for home cooks.

IntermediateTex-MexServes 4

Printable version with shopping checklist

Source Video
32m
Prep
1h 33m
Cook
15m
Cleanup
2h 20m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$31.50
Per serving:$7.88

Critical Success Points

  • • Do not burn the garlic or spices when toasting for rice.
  • • Evenly season and pound chicken thighs for uniform cooking.
  • • Grill chicken to 165°F internal temperature for safety and juiciness.

Safety Warnings

  • • Use caution when charring tomatoes under broiler or with torch.
  • • Handle raw chicken with care; sanitize surfaces and hands after contact.
  • • Ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
  • • Be careful with hot oil and splatters when cooking vegetables and chorizo.
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