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Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 6–8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free (use corn tortillas and check toppings), High-Protein, Dairy-Free (without cheese/sour cream)

Description

These Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are an easy, slow-cooked spin on a Tex-Mex favorite. Tender, shredded chicken simmers all day with colorful bell peppers, onions, and bold spices, soaking up every bit of flavor. Pile the juicy fajita filling into warm tortillas, load up with your favorite toppings, and dinner practically makes itself.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Warm tortillas, for serving (flour or corn)
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, sour cream, fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in an even layer on the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. Add the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers, sliced onion, and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  4. Pour the chicken broth and lime juice over the top, making sure some liquid reaches the bottom of the crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and very tender.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks, then return it to the crockpot and stir to combine with the peppers, onions, and cooking juices.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. Serve the fajita mixture in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Use smoked paprika for a subtle smoky flavor that mimics grilled fajitas.
  • If your crockpot tends to cook hot, check for doneness on the early side to prevent the peppers from getting too soft.
  • Liquid may look plentiful when you first shred the chicken, but it will soak up more as it sits and is perfect for spooning over tortillas.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–8 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker, Crockpot
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 2–3 fajitas depending on tortilla size)
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg

Keywords: crockpot chicken fajitas, slow cooker fajitas, easy chicken fajitas, Tex-Mex dinner, meal prep, healthy weeknight meal

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