As a lover of Mexican cuisine, I can confidently say that chicken fajitas are one of my all-time favorites. The combination of juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and fragrant spices make for a delicious and satisfying meal. And the best part? You can make them in a crockpot!
Start off by gathering your ingredients:
– 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 yellow onion, sliced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
– 1 tsp chili powder
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
Throw all of these ingredients into the crockpot, give it a good stir, and let it cook on low for about 6-8 hours. While the chicken fajitas are cooking, you can take some time to prepare your accompaniments:
– Shredded cheese
– Guacamole
– Salsa
– Sour cream
– Diced tomatoes
– Cilantro
– Lime wedges
Once the chicken fajitas are fully cooked and tender, it’s time to put them together. Start off by heating some tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet, and then fill them with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Top with any additional toppings you like, and enjoy!
Image 1: Crock Pot Chicken Fajitas
This image shows just how beautiful and colorful the chicken fajitas are when they’re cooking in the crockpot. The mixture of red, green, and yellow bell peppers really adds some vibrancy to the dish.
Ingredients:
– 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 yellow onion, sliced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
– 1 tsp chili powder
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Slice the chicken breasts into strips, and chop the bell peppers and onion.
2. In a large crockpot, combine the chicken, bell peppers, onion, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chicken broth.
3. Stir everything together until well combined.
4. Cover the crockpot and let it cook on low for 6-8 hours.
5. Once cooked, serve the chicken fajitas with tortillas and your desired toppings.
Image 2: Chicken Fajitas with Toppings
This image shows the finished product of the chicken fajitas, complete with all the toppings. The guacamole and shredded cheese really add some extra creaminess to the dish, while the cilantro and lime wedges provide a fresh burst of flavor.
Ingredients:
– 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 yellow onion, sliced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
– 1 tsp chili powder
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
Toppings:
– Shredded cheese
– Guacamole
– Salsa
– Sour cream
– Diced tomatoes
– Cilantro
– Lime wedges
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Prepare the chicken fajitas as directed in the first recipe.
2. When the chicken fajitas are fully cooked, heat up some tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet.
3. Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken and vegetable mixture from the crockpot.
4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken and vegetable mixture, and then top with shredded cheese, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
5. Roll up the tortilla and enjoy!
Overall, chicken fajitas are a delicious and easy meal that you can make in a crockpot. And with all the different toppings you can use, you can really make it your own. Whether you’re serving them for a family dinner or a party, these chicken fajitas are sure to be a hit.