Top 5 recipes to pair with margaritas on National Margarita Day Feb. 22

Taco staples, salsa, sour cream, cheddar cheese and beef (or ground chicken) are combined with pasta shells for a delicious comfort meal. Best of all, there are easy ingredient choices you can make that will keep this meal relatively low in fat and calories.Click here for recipe.Cajun seasoning along with a butter and lime juice sauce add a ton of flavor to simple air-popped popcorn. Great for snacking with some margaritas.Click here for recipe.With chicken and simple pantry ingredients and little preparation, this flavorful slow-cooker recipe will soon become a new favorite in your home. Serve over tortilla chips with grated cheese to make nachos. Scoop into grilled tortillas as tacos, or eat over rice or salad.Click here for recipe.View the list »
These chicken and veggie fajitas have all the fun of your favorite Mexican meals without the fat. Broil sliced chicken and vegetables to get the best color and flavor. Seasoning and orange juice give a slightly sweet, citrus flavor with a kick of heat.Click here for recipe.

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February 22 is National Margarita Day, a day dedicated to consuming a favorite tequila and lime drink. Embrace the excuse to enjoy a margarita (or a few) by pairing with one of these margarita-friendly recipes.

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  • These chicken and veggie fajitas have all the fun of your favorite Mexican meals without the fat. Broil sliced chicken and vegetables to get the best color and flavor. Seasoning and orange juice give a slightly sweet, citrus flavor with a kick of heat.Click here for recipe.
  • With chicken and simple pantry ingredients and little preparation, this flavorful slow-cooker recipe will soon become a new favorite in your home. Serve over tortilla chips with grated cheese to make nachos. Scoop into grilled tortillas as tacos, or eat over rice or salad.Click here for recipe.
  • Cajun seasoning along with a butter and lime juice sauce add a ton of flavor to simple air-popped popcorn. Great for snacking with some margaritas.Click here for recipe.
  • Taco staples, salsa, sour cream, cheddar cheese and beef (or ground chicken) are combined with pasta shells for a delicious comfort meal. Best of all, there are easy ingredient choices you can make that will keep this meal relatively low in fat and calories.Click here for recipe.
  • A nice alternative to the standard beef and red bean chili, this recipe uses white beans, chicken and plenty of spices. Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread.Click here for recipe.
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Michelle Hein is a copy editor for a women's fashion company in Bucks County by day and a self-proclaimed food and drink fanatic by night and weekend. She enjoys attending wine classes, trying new recipes in the kitchen and going to new restaurants around town. If the writing gig doesn't pan out,...

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