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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas | 5 Minute Meal Prep

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Chicken Fajitas

Cultural Context

Fajitas originated in the Tex-Mex cuisine of the United States, but they are inspired by traditional Mexican cooking. The dish typically features grilled meat served with sautéed peppers and onions, wrapped in tortillas. It has become popular for its vibrant flavors and customizable nature, allowing for various fillings and toppings.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 pounds chicken breast
1/2 packet taco seasoning mix
1 ounce lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 can diced tomatoes
bell peppers
onion

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often more flavorful and less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically less expensive.

1

Prepare your slow cooker and optionally line it for easier cleanup.

2

Chop bell peppers and onion, or use a bag of frozen fajita vegetables.

3

Place half of the vegetables in the slow cooker.

4

Add 3 pounds of fat-trimmed chicken breast to the slow cooker.

5

Sprinkle in half a packet of taco seasoning mix.

6

Pour in 1 ounce of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.

7

Add 1 can of diced tomatoes to the slow cooker.

8

Top with the remaining fajita vegetables and lightly mix everything together.

9

Set the slow cooker on high for 3 hours.

10

After 3 hours, shred the chicken breast in the slow cooker.

11

Continue cooking on low heat for an additional hour.

Cooking Techniques

slicingsautéingseasoningmixingwarming

Equipment Needed

slow cookerknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Fajitas de Pollo
Local Name: fajitas de pollo

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