Country-Style Potatoes with Fajitas (Mexican Meat)

4 servings

30 minutes

Rustic potato with fajitas is a delightful blend of Mexican traditions and rural comfort. Inspired by fajitas, the dish combines flavorful chicken, sweet bell peppers, spicy chili, and tender baked potatoes. The heat of the chili adds character while the beans enrich the flavor. The baked potato slices have a crispy crust outside and a soft texture inside. This dish is perfect for friendly gatherings or cozy family dinners, creating a warm atmosphere at the table. The simplicity of preparation pairs with vibrant flavor notes, making it an excellent choice for lovers of Mexican cuisine. Try this recipe and dive into a world of spicy, rich flavors that leave pleasant memories with every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 534.4
• Proteins: 31.4g
• Fats: 27.4g
• Carbohydrates: 41.7g

Ingredients

• New potatoes: 6 pc
• Sunflower oil: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Chicken: 500 g
• Onion: 1 pc
• Chili pepper: 1 pc
• Red sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Canned red beans: 1 jar
• Spices: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the potatoes with skin well and cut into 6 pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • New potatoes: 6 pieces

2. Add spices, salt, vegetable oil, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spices:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons

3. Spread potato slices on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes.

4. Then flip to the 2nd side and bake for another 10 minutes.

5. Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips and the onion into half rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Onion: 1 piece

6. Cut the chili pepper in half and scrape out all the seeds and white layers (if you don't like spiciness, you can use only half of the pepper; if you do enjoy some heat, you can use the whole pepper). Chop it finely into half rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chili pepper: 1 piece

7. Cut the meat into very thin strips.

8. In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil. First, add the chili pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add the onion and bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Chili pepper: 1 piece
   • Onion: 1 piece
   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece

9. Fry the meat in a thick-bottomed pan with a little oil until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 500 g

10. Add peppers and onions to the meat, season with salt and herbs to taste. Sauté everything together for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

    Required ingredients:

    • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
    • Onion: 1 piece
    • Chicken: 500 g
    • Salt:  to taste
    • Spices:  to taste

11. Now add the beans, reduce the heat, and cover with a lid. Simmer everything together for 7-10 minutes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Canned red beans: 1 jar