Flavorful Easy Crockpot Fajitas for Weeknight Meals
Tender chicken or beef cooked with bell peppers and onions in a crockpot, served in warm tortillas with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (or beef strips), 3 bell peppers sliced, 1 medium onion sliced, 3 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped, optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, 8–10 flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
1. Pat meat dry, season with spices. 2. Optional: sauté garlic in olive oil. 3. Layer bell peppers, onion, and meat in slow cooker; pour oil over. 4. Cook low 4–5 hours or high 2–3 hours. 5. Finish with lime juice and cilantro. 6. Serve in tortillas with desired toppings.
Notes
Optional searing adds flavor, vegetables can be added last hour, leftovers refrigerate up to 4 days, freeze up to 3 months.