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Easy Chicken Fajitas in a Crockpot

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  • Author: mira
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Description

Tender strips of chicken breast slow-cooked with colorful bell peppers and onions in a smoky, zesty sauce. A simple, hands-off meal perfect for busy families.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 3 bell peppers (different colors), sliced into strips
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced chicken strips, bell peppers, and onions into the slow cooker pot.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the seasoning mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the crockpot and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  4. Cover with the lid and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, stir the mixture gently to combine the juices.
  6. Serve warm in toasted tortillas with your favorite toppings like avocado, sour cream, and salsa.