Easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and peppers simmered slowly with Mexican spices
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
→ Spices & Seasonings
06 - 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
07 - 2 tsp chili powder
08 - 1 tsp ground cumin
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
11 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
→ To Serve
15 - Warm corn or flour tortillas
16 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
17 - Lime wedges
18 - Sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese
# Directions:
01 - Arrange sliced bell peppers and onion evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker insert.
02 - Place chicken breasts or thighs in a single layer over the vegetable bed.
03 - Distribute chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes uniformly over the chicken surface.
04 - Pour drained diced tomatoes across the top of the seasoned chicken and vegetables.
05 - Cover with lid and cook on low heat setting for 4 hours until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and shreds easily.
06 - Transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred using two forks, pulling apart along the natural grain.
07 - Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker, toss with vegetables and cooking juices until well combined. Serve immediately in warm tortillas, topped with fresh cilantro, lime juice, and desired garnishes.
# Top Tips:
01 -
- Set it and forget it freedom that lets you walk away for hours
- The leftovers somehow taste even better the next day
02 -
- Opening the lid releases heat and extends cooking time by about 15 minutes each time
- The chicken will continue absorbing flavor while it sits, so don't stress if it's ready early
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before adding to the slow cooker for better sear-like texture
- Squeeze fresh lime juice right before serving to brighten all the flavors