Mexican Style Chicken Fajitas
Mexican Style Chicken Fajitas are a flavorful dish featuring marinated grilled chicken strips sautéed with bell peppers and onions, delivering a satisfying and protein-rich option. Each serving provides 18.88g of protein, making it a hearty choice for a balanced meal.
This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
👨🍳 Chef's Tip: To enhance the presentation, serve the fajitas with warm tortillas and a variety of fresh toppings like salsa, guacamole, and sour cream on the side, allowing for customization.
⚠️ Allergen Info: Contains gluten and soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers gluten-free and soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
💡 Did you know? Fajitas originated in the ranch lands of Texas in the 1930s, where cowboys would grill skirt steak over an open flame and wrap it in tortillas, leading to the vibrant dish we enjoy today.
🏙️ NYC Connection: In New York City, Mexican cuisine has significantly influenced the dining scene, with establishments offering innovative takes on traditional dishes like fajitas, making them a popular choice in both casual restaurants and school lunch programs.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.