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Crockpot Chicken Fajita Recipe

Savory Crockpot Chicken Fajita Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Discover a delicious and effortless Crockpot Chicken Fajita Recipe perfect for quick weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can Rotel Substitute with canned diced tomatoes if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can be replaced with maple syrup or omitted for Whole30
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic offers the best flavor
  • 3 cups Bell Peppers Any color can be used for variety
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Use yellow or white onions for best results
  • 2-3 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can swap for steak, shrimp, or pork
  • 2 tablespoons Low Sodium Taco Seasoning
  • 1 piece Lime Used for serving

Equipment

  • 6-8 quart crockpot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a crockpot, mix 1 can of Rotel, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined.
  2. Slice your bell peppers and chop a medium onion, then layer these on top of the Rotel mixture.
  3. Place 2-3 chicken breasts on the vegetables and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the crockpot, mixing with the vegetables and sauce.
  6. Serve warm in tortillas or alone, squeezing lime juice over each serving for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Consider sautéing vegetables for enhanced flavors and thaw chicken before cooking for even results.

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