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Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These slow cooker chicken fajitas are an easy and flavorful meal made with tender chicken, bell peppers, and onions, all cooked to perfection in a crockpot.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, guacamole, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced bell peppers and onion at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables.
  3. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
  4. Pour the drained diced tomatoes over the top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker. Stir to combine with the vegetables and juices.
  7. Add lime juice and mix well.
  8. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture in warm tortillas with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • You can use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Great for meal prep — store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
  • Make it spicier by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg