Easy Crockpot Fajitas: 5 Quick Delicious Dinner
Tender slow cooker chicken with bell peppers and onions seasoned with classic fajita spices.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
3 bell peppers, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
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Lightly coat the crockpot with oil or cooking spray.
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Place sliced onions and bell peppers in the bottom.
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Lay chicken on top of the vegetables.
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Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
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Add minced garlic across the ingredients.
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Pour diced tomatoes with green chilies on top.
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Drizzle olive oil across the mixture.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
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Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return it to the crockpot.
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Stir mixture and add lime juice and cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve with tortillas or over rice for a complete meal.
Additional vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini can be added.