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Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Delicious Crockpot Chicken Fajitas for Effortless Dinners

This Crockpot Chicken Fajitas recipe delivers a savorful and effortless dinner experience with tender chicken and colorful vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fajitas
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts thaw before cooking
  • 3 cups bell peppers (red, yellow, green) substitute with other sweet peppers if desired
  • 1 medium onion use shallots for a milder taste
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes drained; fresh diced tomatoes can be used
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced garlic powder can be used if fresh isn’t on hand
  • 1 tbsp chili powder adjust to taste or opt for a hotter variety
  • 1 tsp ground cumin ground coriander can be substituted
  • 1 tsp paprika consider using smoked paprika for added flavor
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano dried thyme serves as a suitable alternative
  • to taste salt essential for enhancing flavor
  • to taste black pepper essential for enhancing flavor
  • 1 medium lime juice to brighten flavors; lemon juice is an alternative
  • to taste fresh cilantro optional
For Serving
  • tortillas and toppings (sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, pico de gallo) ensure tortillas are gluten-free if necessary

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Layer sliced onions and colorful bell peppers at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Place the thawed chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the drained diced tomatoes over the seasoned chicken, then squeeze lime juice on top.
  4. Cover your crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  5. Once cooked, carefully shred the chicken using two forks in the crockpot.
  6. Spoon the fajita mixture into warm tortillas and allow everyone to add their favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

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