Crockpot Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions offers a flavorful, fuss-free dinner full of tender chicken breasts, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions, all slow-cooked in a zesty blend of fajita spices. Perfect for busy weeknights, this healthy, balanced, and family-friendly recipe brings authentic Mexican flair without requiring time in front of the stove.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced thin
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced thin
- 1 large onion, sliced thin
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings & Others
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning (chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano blend)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables and Chicken: Slice the bell peppers and onions into thin strips to ensure even cooking and better spice absorption. Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat them dry for optimal seasoning adherence.
- Mix the Seasoning and Coat the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the fajita seasoning with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts, coating them evenly to infuse flavor.
- Layer Ingredients in the Crockpot: Place the sliced onions and peppers at the bottom of the crockpot to form a flavorful base. Lay the seasoned chicken breasts on top, allowing the juices to infuse upward into the vegetables.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. Slow cooking tenderizes the chicken and melds the flavors harmoniously.
- Shred the Chicken and Mix: Remove the cooked chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Stir the shredded chicken back into the vegetables in the crockpot. Finally, squeeze fresh lime juice into the mixture to brighten and balance the flavors.
Notes
- Use freshly ground chili powder and cumin for enhanced flavor.
- Remove excess moisture from bell peppers before adding to avoid watery fajitas.
- Cooking on low heat yields the most tender chicken and best flavor blend.
- Don’t skip the lime juice—it adds essential acidity that elevates the dish.
- This recipe doubles well for meal prep and tastes better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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