Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are a simple and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and onions, all slow-cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 2 limes limes (1 juiced, 1 for serving)
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 pieces red bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- freshly chopped cilantro for garnish
- tortillas for serving
- sour cream for serving
- guacamole for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, kosher salt, lime juice, and lime zest to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Slice the onions and bell peppers into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
Cooking
- Place the marinated chicken in a 6-quart crockpot. Pour the orange juice over the chicken.
- Layer the sliced onions and bell peppers on top of the chicken.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the crockpot and allow it to rest.
- After resting, slice the chicken into strips and squeeze lime juice over the top.
Serving
- Warm the tortillas, then lay them on a platter for serving.
- Place sliced chicken and cooked vegetables in bowls or on the serving platter for guests to customize their fajitas.
- Offer toppings such as freshly chopped cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, and lime wedges.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove with a splash of broth or water to restore moisture.