Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas Recipe
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
- 1 ounce fajita seasoning homemade fajita seasoning or store-bought
- 3 bell peppers sliced
- ½ sweet yellow onion sliced
- 1 roma tomatoes cut into wedges
- zest of one lime
- juice of one lime
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts approximately 2 pounds
- kosher salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Mix together the homemade fajita seasoning ingredients, if using.
- Crock Pot: In a slow cooker, add sliced peppers, sliced onions, tomatoes, zest of one limejuice of one lime, 2 tablespoons garlic, and half of the fajita seasoning. Toss to combine. Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top and sprinkle with a little kosher salt and ground black pepper and the remaining fajita seasoning.
- Cook: Cover and cook on high setting for 2 ½ - 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 homemade cauliflower rice!
- Topping Options: fresh homemade 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
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 283mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1449IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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