Description
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are bursting with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfect for a quick dinner. Enjoy tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices wrapped in warm tortillas. This recipe is designed for those seeking delicious homemade meals with minimal effort!
Ingredients
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- 1 (10-ounce) can mild diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 3 bell peppers (green, yellow, and red, sliced into strips)
- 1 large yellow onion (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (1.25-ounce) packet fajita seasoning mix
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (1 lime)
- Soft shell fajita tortillas (warmed, optional for serving)
- Fresh chopped cilantro (optional for serving)
- Sour cream (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Combine the diced tomatoes, sliced bell peppers, sliced onion, minced garlic, and chicken in a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the fajita seasoning and black pepper on top of the chicken, then add the lime juice.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for about 4 hours until the chicken is cooked and tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the slow cooker, mixing with the juices and vegetables.
- Serve the mixture in warmed tortillas and garnish with chopped cilantro and sour cream if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider using spicy diced tomatoes.
You can add your favorite toppings like avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Make it a meal prep idea by storing leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
