Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
Tender, juicy, and full of flavor, these slow-cooked chicken fajitas make an effortless and delicious meal! Just toss everything into the crockpot and let it do the work.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Hands-Off Cooking – Perfect for busy days, just set and forget!
✔ Packed with Flavor – A rich blend of fajita seasoning, lime juice, and tomatoes with green chilies.
✔ Versatile & Customizable – Serve in tortillas, over rice, or as a fajita bowl!
Ingredients
For the Fajitas:
• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 3 bell peppers, thinly sliced (red, green, and yellow for a colorful mix)
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel)
• 1 packet (1 oz) fajita seasoning mix (or homemade, see below)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 6–8 flour tortillas (for serving)
Optional Toppings:
• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Guacamole
• Salsa
• Fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges
Optional Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Skip the store-bought mix and use this flavorful blend instead!
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
• Thinly slice the bell peppers and onion.
• If making homemade fajita seasoning, mix all the spices in a small bowl.
Step 2: Assemble in the Crockpot
• Place chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the crockpot.
• Sprinkle fajita seasoning evenly over the chicken.
• Add sliced bell peppers and onions on top.
• Pour diced tomatoes with green chilies and chicken broth over the vegetables.
• Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice for extra flavor.
Step 3: Cook
• Low heat: 6–7 hours
• High heat: 3–4 hours
• Chicken should be tender and shreddable.
Step 4: Shred the Chicken
• Remove chicken and shred it with two forks.
• Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it with the juices and vegetables.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
• Warm flour tortillas in a skillet, oven, or microwave.
• Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture into the tortillas.
• Add your favorite toppings, wrap, and enjoy!
Ways to Serve Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
✔ Traditional Fajitas – In flour or corn tortillas.
✔ Fajita Bowls – Over rice, quinoa, or lettuce for a low-carb option.
✔ Quesadillas – Use leftovers to make cheesy fajita quesadillas!
✔ Loaded Nachos – Spoon over tortilla chips with cheese and guacamole.
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze portions for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through.
These Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make! Would you serve them with tortillas or as a fajita bowl?