Description
Easy Crockpot Fajitas offer a flavorful, convenient, and stress-free Mexican dinner solution. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow cooker recipe provides tender meat, vibrant peppers, and authentic flavors with minimal prep. Enjoy a nutritious meal with your favorite toppings wrapped in warm tortillas, making dinner both satisfying and effortless.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) sliced chicken breasts or beef strips
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Flour or corn tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the chicken or beef, peppers, and onions. Mince the garlic and prepare your spices, ensuring everything is ready for the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Rub this spice mixture over the sliced meat, then set aside for a few minutes to absorb flavors.
- Place the marinated meat in the crockpot, then add the sliced peppers, onions, and minced garlic. Pour lime juice over the ingredients for an extra zesty flavor. Cover with the lid.
- Set your Crock-Pot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The slow cooking process ensures tender meat infused with the aromas of the spices.
- Once cooked, shred the meat if needed and serve hot on warm tortillas. Top with fresh cilantro, cheese, sour cream, or your favorite toppings for an authentic Mexican dinner experience.
Notes
- Use any colorful combination of bell peppers for a vibrant presentation.
- Adjust spice levels according to your heat preference with jalapeños or hot sauce.
- For easier serving, prepare tortillas and toppings beforehand.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low), 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (approximate)
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg