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Easy Chicken Fajita Crockpot Recipe

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Description

This easy chicken fajita crockpot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The slow cooker does all the work, and you end up with a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will love. This recipe is packed with flavor and is a great way to get in some vegetables. Plus, it's super easy to customize to your liking.

Prep Time

Prep time for this recipe is minimal. It takes about 15 minutes to chop the vegetables and chicken.

Cook Time

The chicken fajita crockpot recipe takes about 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low to cook in the slow cooker.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 large red pepper, sliced
  • 1 large green pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Tortillas, for serving
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Can opener
  • Spatula

Method

  1. Start by slicing the peppers and onion and mincing the garlic.
  2. Add the sliced peppers, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker and sprinkle the spice mixture over the top.
  5. Add the drained can of diced tomatoes and the olive oil to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir everything together until the chicken and vegetables are coated in the spices.
  7. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
  8. When the chicken is cooked, use a spatula to shred it in the slow cooker.
  9. Serve the chicken fajita mixture in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

If you want to add some extra flavor, you could add a can of drained and rinsed black beans to the slow cooker. You could also add some sliced jalapeños for some heat.

Nutrition Info

The nutrition information for this recipe will vary depending on the toppings you use and the type of tortillas you serve it with. Without any toppings, the chicken fajita mixture is about 200 calories per serving.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use frozen chicken breasts?

Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe. Just make sure to add an extra hour to the cook time if you start with frozen chicken.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time. Just store the chicken fajita mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve it, just reheat it in the microwave or on the stove.

Can I freeze the leftovers?

Yes, you can freeze the leftovers. Just store the chicken fajita mixture in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. When you're ready to eat it, thaw it in the fridge overnight and then reheat it in the microwave or on the stove.

Recipe Tips

  • If you're short on time, you could skip the slicing and use frozen pre-sliced peppers and onions.
  • If you want to make this recipe even healthier, you could serve it over a bed of lettuce instead of in tortillas.
  • If you want to make this recipe even easier, you could use a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies instead of plain diced tomatoes.

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