How can I customize this crockpot chicken fajitas recipe?

A great way to customize this easy recipe is by making it a little spicier. For example, you can add a little chili powder or cayenne pepper to spice up the fajitas. Another great way to jazz up this recipe is by adding some green chiles or poblano peppers instead of bell peppers for an extra kick!

Should I cut the chicken for fajitas before cooking?

You can either cut the chicken thighs into strips or leave them whole and place them over the layer of bell peppers and onions. Depending on how thick your chicken pieces are, you may need to adjust the cooking time.

Can I use chicken breast for slow cooker chicken fajitas?

You can use boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for this recipe. If you use large chicken breasts, check to see if they are fully cooked starting at 3 ½ hours, so that they don’t get overcooked and dry out.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas (Just 4 ingredients!)

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

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These slow cooker chicken fajitas turn out so flavorful, juicy, and tender! Made with just 4 ingredients, they’re mostly hands-off and freezer-friendly. Serve with Easy Homemade Salsa, Guacamole, and Lime Crema.

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 4-6 Servings 1x
Category: Main Meals
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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1 batch homemade fajita seasoning (or homemade taco seasoning)
4 large bell peppers (any color), sliced into strips
4 onions, sliced into strips
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
For Serving (as desired): tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, salsa, cilantro, diced jalapeno, etc.

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Instructions

Prepare the homemade fajita seasoning (see notes below for ingredients)
In a large crockpot (I have this 6 quart slow cooker), layer half of the bell peppers, half of the onions, and half of the chicken. Sprinkle half of the homemade taco seasoning over the peppers, onions and chicken.
Repeat this same process – layer the remaining bell peppers, onions, and chicken and sprinkle the rest of the homemade fajita seasoning over.
Turn the slow cooker on low and cook for 4 hours.
When the slow cooker is done, use a glass measuring cup to carefully scoop out the excess liquid. You’ll need to do this in batches, to get as much liquid out as possible.
Serve tucked inside tortillas or on top of a bed of rice with desired toppings.

Notes

Prepare the homemade fajita seasoning:

4 tsp chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp granulated sugar (optional)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
¼ – ½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ – 1 tsp salt

Mix well to combine.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 251

Find it online: https://dontwastethecrumbs.com/slow-cooker-chicken-fajitas/