Description
Crockpot fajitas are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the fiesta right to your dinner table. With tender marinated chicken or beef, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices, this slow-cooked meal is perfect for any occasion. Just set it and forget it while you enjoy the enticing aromas filling your kitchen, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Serve in warm tortillas or over rice for a satisfying and versatile meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 3 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Juice of 2 limes
- 8 tortillas (flour or corn)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into strips and chop the bell peppers and onion into thick slices.
- In a bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, and lime juice to create a marinade. Coat the chicken strips in the marinade.
- Layer the seasoned chicken at the bottom of your crockpot, followed by the sliced peppers and onions.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until everything is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks in the pot; stir to combine.
- Serve in warm tortillas with desired toppings like sour cream or salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla with filling (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu. Enhance flavors by adding fresh cilantro or additional lime juice before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.