Description
Our Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas recipe is an easy, set-it-and-forget-it meal that the whole family will love! Perfect weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 batch fajita seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 sweet yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- the juice of one lime
- 2–3 roma tomates, quartered
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 2 lbs)
Instructions
- Prep: mix together the homemade fajita seasoning ingredients, if using.
- Crock Pot: Add peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic and lime juice to slow cooker. Toss to combine. Place chicken on top and sprinkle with seasoning.
- Cook: on high setting for 2.5-3 hours (or until chicken is fully cooked) or on low setting for 4-6 hours.
- Shred + Serve: Remove chicken and place on large platter or cutting board. Use two forks to shred and return meat to slow cooker. Mix to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: serve on your favorite flour tortillas, corn tortillas, or make a fajita bowl with white rice, brown rice or cauliflower rice!
- Topping Options: fresh guacamole, dairy-free sour cream, fresh cilantro, etc.
- Storage: leftover chicken fajitas can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6oz
- Calories: 149
- Sugar: 4.3 g
- Sodium: 168.9 mg
- Fat: 2.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.3 g
- Protein: 21.6 g
- Cholesterol: 66.2 mg