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Slow cooker chicken fajitas on a black plate.

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas


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  • Author: Jason N.
  • Total Time: 2-6 hours, 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Simplify your weeknights with these Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas. Just toss the chicken in with simple ingredients like peppers, tomatoes, and seasoning for an easy, flavorful dinner!


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne (optional, for heat)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime (optional)
  • Tortillas, for serving

Toppings of your choice:

  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Avocado
  • Salsa
  • Jalapeno
  • Cilantro, etc.

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced peppers and onions in the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the chicken on top.
  2. Sprinkle the chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Add the diced tomatoes and olive oil.
  3. Cover and cook on Low for 4–6 hours or High for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  4. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Shred or slice it into bite-sized pieces, then return it to the slow cooker. Stir in lime juice if using.
  5. Spoon into warm tortillas and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

These slow cooker fajitas are best kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for later, just thaw and reheat in a skillet or in the microwave.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2-6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: American