Crock Pot Chicken Fajitas
These Crock Pot Chicken Fajitas are the ultimate easy family dinner—juicy shredded chicken, colorful peppers, and bold fajita flavors all cooked to perfection in the slow cooker. Just 10 minutes of prep for a stress-free, crowd-pleasing meal!
Ingredients
- 2-3 boneless chicken breasts
- 3 bell peppers sliced into strips
- 1 large onion sliced into strips
- 1 can chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
Optional Toppings
- tortillas
- sour cream or greek yogurt
- grated cheese
- salsa
- guacamole or sliced avocado
- fresh cilantro/coriander
Instructions
- Prep your slow cookerLightly grease the crock pot with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Layer the veggiesPlace the sliced onions and peppers in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the chickenLay the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle over the fajita seasoning.
- Add sauce ingredientsPour in the chopped tomatoes (and broth if using). Squeeze over lime juice.
- CookCover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
- Shred & serveRemove chicken, shred with two forks, then return it to the crock pot and stir everything together.
- Assemble fajitasSpoon chicken and veggies into tortillas and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
Make It Work for You
- Meal Prep Win: Leftovers are great for lunches the next day or can be frozen in portions for up to 3 months.
- Low Carb Option: Skip the tortillas and serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or in a salad bowl.
- Kid-Friendly Tip: Keep toppings simple—like cheese and a dollop of yogurt—for picky eaters.