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Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients

1 lb. chicken breasts (4 breasts)  

3 bell peppers, washed, deveined, and thinly sliced 

1 onion, washed and sliced  

1-16 oz. jar medium salsa  

Fajita Seasoning packet or the homemade fajita seasoning 

Homemade fajita seasoning 

1 Tbsp. cornstarch 

1 Tbsp. chili powder 

1 tsp. paprika 

1 tsp. onion powder 

1 tsp. garlic powder 

½ tsp. cayenne pepper  

½ tsp. ground cumin  

½ tsp. sugar 

Directions
  1. Wash hands with soap and water. 

  1. Place onions, chicken, salsa, and spices in a slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 3 hours.  

  1. Add peppers and cook for another hour. Use a food thermometer to make sure the chicken reaches 165°F.  

  1. Shred chicken and serve on tortillas or over greens. Top with guacamole, Greek yogurt, cheese, or cilantro. 

    Yield: 8 Servings 

 

Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days.  

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Total Time
195 min
Prep Time
15 min
Servings
8
Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts (per serving without tortilla & homemade fajita seasoning): 

Calories: 120 

Fat: 2 grams 

Saturated Fat: 0 grams 

Sodium: 460 milligrams 

Carbohydrates: 14 grams 

Fiber: 4 grams 

Added sugar: 0 grams 

Protein: 14 grams