Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4 hours on high or 7-8 hours on low
- Total Time: Approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes to 8 hours and 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (10 oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 red, orange, and green bell pepper, julienned
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 Tablespoon honey
Directions
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot.
- Top with diced tomatoes with green chilies, julienned bell peppers, sliced onion, and minced garlic.
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Just before serving, shred the chicken in the pot using two forks. Stir in the fresh lime juice and honey.
- Serve the fajita mixture with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Cook Notes
For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow some of the liquid to evaporate.
Variations
- Keto Version: Serve the fajita mixture over a bed of lettuce or wrapped in a low-carb tortilla.
- Low-Carb Version: Opt for serving over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps to keep the carb count down.
Nutrition Facts
Estimated nutritional values per serving (assumes 6 servings):
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 6g
This Crock Pot Chicken Fajitas recipe is the epitome of easy cooking with a flavor-packed outcome. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply treat your family to a delicious meal, this dish promises to deliver both taste and convenience, making it a must-try for anyone who loves the rich, comforting flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine.
