This Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas Recipe is a convenient and flavorful way to enjoy a classic Mexican dish. Utilizing a Crockpot, the chicken, bell peppers, and onions meld together, creating a delicious filling for tortillas.
The recipe is simple and requires minimal preparation, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
These chicken fajitas are made by slow cooking seasoned chicken breasts with colorful bell peppers and onions until tender. The dish takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4-6 people, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Tortillas for serving
- Toppings: sour cream, salsa, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add Vegetables: Layer the sliced bell peppers and onions on top of the chicken.
- Season: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour the seasoning mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shredded.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the vegetables.
- Serve: Serve the chicken fajitas in warm tortillas with your choice of toppings.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
