Description

Savor the delightful flavors of CrockPot Chicken Fajitas featuring tender chicken and colorful bell peppers. With simple prep and vibrant ingredients, it’s the ideal choice for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 bell peppers, sliced (mix of colors)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles (like rotel), do not drain
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning, store-bought or homemade
1 teaspoon ground cumin, optional but great
1 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional, adds depth
1 tablespoon lime juice, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon olive oil, optional, helps carry flavor and maintain moisture
2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced or 2 teaspoons adobo sauce (optional for smoky heat)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste
Warm flour or corn tortillas
Shredded cheese, sour cream/Greek yogurt
Avocado or guacamole
Pico de gallo or salsa
Pickled red onions or jalapeños
Lettuce, rice, black beans

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Instructions

Layer sliced onions and bell peppers at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add minced garlic on top.
Dry chicken with paper towels to help the seasoning stick. Sprinkle both sides with fajita seasoning, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Position the seasoned chicken over the vegetables. Drizzle the diced tomatoes with chiles on top and add optional olive oil and chipotle or adobo if desired.
Set the slow cooker to LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken becomes very tender.
Remove chicken, shred it, and if necessary, thicken the mixture by cooking on HIGH with the lid off for 10–20 minutes before reinserting the chicken.
Mix in lime juice and cilantro, adjusting flavor with more lime, salt, pepper, or extra seasoning as preferred.
Serve in warm tortillas with your choice of toppings.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas.
You can customize toppings based on your preferences, like adding additional veggies or salsa varieties.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg