Go Back
+ servings
Print

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

A hands-off chicken fajita recipe that's loaded with flavor.

Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Crockpot Chicken Fajitas, Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 333 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 1 orange bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • red onion cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 lime
  • cilantro
  • flour tortillas
  • sour cream
  • guacamole

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cumin.

  2. In a 6 quart Crockpot, add chicken breasts, orange juice and 1/2 the amount of seasoning mixture.

  3. Top chicken breasts with bell peppers and onions. Drizzle with olive oil and top with remaining seasoning. Cook on high for 3 1/2 - 4 hours. Slow cooker times vary greatly, make sure chicken breasts have cooked to a minimum of 165 degrees. Top with fresh lime juice and cilantro.

  4. To serve chicken sliced, remove chicken brests and let rest. Then slice against the grain. Can be served shredded as well.

Nutrition Facts
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 333 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 145mg48%
Sodium 1448mg63%
Potassium 1156mg33%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 50g100%
Vitamin A 2595IU52%
Vitamin C 154mg187%
Calcium 32mg3%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.