Easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Are you looking for a simple and tasty slow cooker dinner option? Look no further! These Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are made with lean chicken breast, tomatoes, peppers, onions, and a homemade taco seasoning. Plus, they’re a perfect fit for the 21 Day Fix program and zero points on WW!

This is an oldie-but-goodie recipe that is getting a makeover this spring…because I am getting back to my roots and cooking my slow cooker recipes all over again.

These past few months have been busier than ever, and most days I am not home in the hours right before dinner, so my trusty crock pot has saved me. I have made Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole, Asian Style Crock Pot Chicken, and my Crockpot Caprese Chicken on repeat, as well as this Crockpot Chicken Fajitas recipe!

It’s been so much fun to rediscover my love for these slow cooker favorites!

Why We Love Crockpot Chicken Fajitas 

There’s so much to love about this recipe, including:

• It’s SO easy: Toss the ingredients in the crockpot, let it cook low and slow, and come back to tender and flavorful chicken fajitas without the hassle! Perfect for your busiest days!
• It’s Super Versatile: Serve these fajitas in warm corn tortillas or create a fajita bowl with your favorite toppings. The options are endless – top with brown rice, fresh lime juice, avocado, cheese, Greek yogurt, or anything else you love.
• Perfect for Meal Prep: This recipe gets even more flavorful as it sits, so it makes a great make ahead dinner or lunch.

Ingredients

This dump and go slow cooker meal comes together with simple ingredients such as:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: I prefer to use chicken tenders over large chicken breasts, but I will buy whatever is on sale at the store. Chicken thighs are also amazing in this!
• Diced tomatoes with green chilis: You can use Rotel or your favorite store brand of tomatoes.
• Bell peppers: any color peppers work for this recipe!
• Onion: sliced into thin strips: Adds a hint of sweetness and savory flavor to the fajitas.
• Garlic: fresh is best, but you can sub powder if you are in a pinch.
• Salt Free Taco Seasoning: Provides a perfect blend of spices to add Mexican-inspired flavors to the dish.
• Salt: Enhances the overall taste and helps to balance the flavors in the fajitas.
• Honey: totally optional, but it helps to cut the acidity of the tomatoes and add a subtle sweetness.
• Lime juice: love a squeeze of fresh time before serving.

How to Make Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Love how easy this recipe is to throw together. Simply:

1. Pour half of the can of diced tomatoes into the crock pot.
2. Add half of the sliced bell peppers and onions to the pot. Sprinkle in the minced garlic. Place the chicken breasts on top of the veggies.
3. Season one side of the chicken with 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning, then flip the chicken and sprinkle the remaining tablespoon over the other side. Pour the rest of the tomatoes and remaining veggies on top of the chicken.

4. Cover the Slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and cut it into strips or shred it. If the fajitas are too soupy, you can ladle out some of the liquid.
6. Serve the chicken fajitas in warmed tortillas or create a fajita bowl. Optional toppings include squeezing fresh lime juice over the fajitas, adding sliced avocado, sprinkling shredded cheese, and adding a dollop of Greek yogurt.
7. For a complete meal, you can also serve the fajitas with cooked brown rice on the side.

Recipe FAQs

Meal Prep and Storage

To Prep Ahead:

• To make meal prep easier, you can chop the bell peppers and onions ahead of time and store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator.
• Also, prep the salt free taco seasoning in advance and keep it on hand for this recipe and so many others!
• Consider doubling the recipe to have additional portions for meal prep. It’s a time-saving strategy, especially if you’re planning to enjoy the fajitas throughout the week.

To Store:

• Allow the cooked chicken fajitas to cool completely before storing them.
• Store the leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• If you’re planning to freeze the leftovers, portion them into individual meal-sized containers or freezer bags. This way, you can thaw and reheat only the portions you need.

To Reheat:

• To reheat the refrigerated leftovers, simply heat them in a microwave-safe dish in the microwave until warmed through. You can also reheat them on the stovetop in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated.
• If you’re reheating from frozen, thaw the fajitas overnight in the refrigerator before reheating them using the methods mentioned above.

To Freeze:

• If you plan to freeze the fajitas, make sure they have cooled down completely.
• Portion the fajitas into individual meal-sized airtight containers or freezer bags. Squeeze out any excess air to prevent freezer burn.
• Label the containers with the date and contents for easy reference.
• The frozen fajitas can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

Thawing and Reheating from Frozen:

• To thaw the frozen fajitas, transfer the container or bag from the freezer to the refrigerator and let them thaw overnight.
• Once thawed, you can reheat the fajitas using the methods mentioned in the reheating instructions section.