Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas - easy dinner idea! - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

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written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 4 votes

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 3 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings 4 servings

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These easy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas are made with chicken breasts, peppers, onions, salsa and a homemade fajita seasoning that makes them over the top delicious! An easy slow cooker dinner idea.

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  • Why are you so excited about these Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas?
  • How to make Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas:
  • What to serve with these Crockpot Chicken Fajitas:
  • More Slow Cooker Meals you’ll love!
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Recipe first posted on Spend with Pennies.

I know you’re no stranger to this, but easy crockpot meals are just the way we do life here.

  • In the summer, when life is crazy and the oven heats up the house too much.
  • In the winter, when we love how the smell and coziness of a slow cooker dinner cooking away all day.
  • On a busy weeknight, when you have 5 minutes to throw something in the slow cooker before the kids burst in the door, or during the baby’s nap time, or for your family on your way out of the house for the night shift.

We have many favorite slow cooker meals here, and these fajitas are just the tip of the iceberg.

This Crock Pot Pulled Pork is loaded with flavor and the leftovers are also amazing! This Crockpot Mac and Cheese is also one of our favorites — just dump, stir and go! It’s ultra creamy and cheesy!

And this Slow Cooker Chicken Breast is so ridiculously flavorful and juicy thanks to one special ingredient 😉

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Why are you so excited about these Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas?

  • They’re easy — even with the homemade fajita seasoning, they only take a few minutes to get in the crockpot and you can prep the veggies and the seasoning blend in advance.
  • They’re healthy — we’ve got loads of veggies, lean protein, homemade spice blend, and salsa.
  • They’re loaded with flavor — we’ll get to that homemade spice blend later.
  • They’re multi-purpose — got leftovers? Make a chicken taco salad the next day for lunch, or fry up some quesadillas, or use it to top a pizza. The options are endless!

How to make Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas:

  1. Pour the chicken broth into your crockpot and add your chicken breasts. Season well with the homemade fajita seasoning
  2. Add your vegetables and sprinkle with remaining seasoning
  3. Top with your salsa — try to spread it in a thin even layer to keep everything moist.
  4. Cover and cook — the exact time will depend on your preferences and how how your slow cooker cooks. I’ve found 4 hours on low to be lots, and you could also cook for 2 hours on high. If you need to leave it longer, be sure that your slow cooker switches to keep warm once the cook time is over.
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What to serve with these Crockpot Chicken Fajitas:

The nice thing Chicken Fajitas is that most of the things we like to serve them with can be completely prepped ahead. Here are some of our favorite things to serve with these Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas!

  • Tortillas
  • Shredded cheese
  • Avocado
  • Fresh tomatoes
  • Sour cream and my favorite homemade salsa
  • Cooked rice

More Slow Cooker Meals you’ll love!

  • Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken (Crockpot)
  • Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken recipe
  • Crockpot Shredded Chicken (Slow Cooker)
  • Crockpot Chicken and Noodles

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Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 4 votes

These easy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas are made with chicken breasts, peppers, onions, salsa and a homemade fajita seasoning that makes them over the top delicious! An easy slow cooker dinner idea.

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas - easy dinner idea! - The Recipe Rebel (7)

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 hours hrs

Total Time 3 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Cuisine Mexican

Course Main Course

Servings 4 servings

Calories 162cal

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup tomato salsa

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine chili powder, salt, sugar, garlic, cumin and cayenne.

  • In a 2.5-4 quart crockpot, add broth and chicken breasts in a single layer. Sprinkle chicken with half of the seasoning.

  • Top with peppers and onion and season with remaining seasoning.

  • Add salsa and spread into a thin layer on top of the peppers.

  • Put the lid on and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or on high for 2 hours, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

  • Serve with tortillas, salsa, rice, sour cream, and cheese as desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 162cal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1163mg | Potassium: 758mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1785IU | Vitamin C: 120.8mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.3mg

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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  1. Marissa says

    Do you have to use the salsa? My husband doesn’t like salsa. Wondering if I could skip that step.

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      You can leave it out! You may want to add additional moisture (sauce or broth) to compensate

      Reply

  2. Brenda says

    Hi! Just wondering if this would work in an Instant Pot as well??

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      It could, but I think the peppers would be very soft by the time the chicken is cooked. If that is an issue for you, I would recommend the slow cooker, skillet or oven

      Reply

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Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas - easy dinner idea! - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

FAQs

Do you cut chicken fajita meat before cooking? ›

Slicing will save you cook time.

When it comes to skillet fajitas, you want to cook everything hot and fast. You can avoid overcooking and drying out the chicken by slicing the peppers, onions, and chicken into 1/4-inch strips.

When cooking fajitas do you cook meat or veggies first? ›

How to Make Fajitas Without a Recipe
  1. Marinate your meat (or chicken) Fajitas start with the meat: You'll need 1/4 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, chicken cutlets or skirt steak for each person. ...
  2. Chop the Onions and Peppers. ...
  3. Sear your meat. ...
  4. Cook The Veggies. ...
  5. Slice and Serve.
May 9, 2017

How do you cook fajita meat so it's tender? ›

Tricks to Tender Fajita Meat
  1. Cut the Beef Against the Grain. Slicing meat against the grain helps tenderize it. By looking closely at the steak, you'll be able to see the direction the grain is running. ...
  2. Marinade with an Acid. Acids like citrus juice or vinegar tenderize meat by breaking down its fibers.
Feb 2, 2024

What is fajita marinade made of? ›

Fajita Marinade Ingredients

Olive oil: Two tablespoons of olive oil keeps the meat moist. Garlic: Fresh garlic lends a bold flavor. Soy sauce: You'll need two tablespoons of olive oil. Salt: A teaspoon of salt enhances the other flavors.

How many fajitas do I need for one person? ›

Fajitas for how many people? Six to eight ounces per person, raw weight, would be a pretty nice portion. Once you include sautéed onions and peppers into the mix, everyone could easily make three to four big fajitas. Three to four big fajitas is plenty of food.

What is the best meat for fajitas? ›

Skirt steak is the traditional cut used for fajitas. It used to be inexpensive, but now it's not so cheap; oftentimes flank steak costs less. Either will be a good choice.

Should you cut chicken before or after cooking? ›

After your chicken breasts are done cooking, let them rest for at least half the time that you cooked them for before slicing into them. This will ensure that the breasts stay super juicy and flavorful, and that they're fully cooked. Trust me, waiting the few extra minutes pays off big time — every time.

Should you cut chicken into pieces before cooking? ›

Yes, you can cut up chicken breast before cooking it. It will not necessarily make it less juicy if it is cooked properly. However, cutting the chicken breast into smaller pieces will increase the surface area, which means that it will cook faster than a whole chicken breast.

Should I cut raw chicken before cooking? ›

By cutting your chicken pieces uniformly, you'll not only ensure the taste, texture, and presentation of your chicken will be spot-on, but you'll also know that if you temp one piece of chicken and it's done, it's likely that all are fully cooked and consistent with safety guidelines.

Do you cut fajita meat? ›

Fajita meat is marinated and grilled before it is cut into strips and served. The best way to get a tender slice of meat is to cut perpendicular to (across) the grain of the meat. Sometimes the grain is not straight across the whole piece of meat and can change direction several times, presenting a challenge.

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