* 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
* 1 tsp chili powder
* 1 tsp cumin
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Olive oil or vegetable oil for cooking
* Tortillas, shredded cheese, salsa, and any other desired toppings for serving
Make sure to cook the chicken fajitas in a slow cooker for at least 6-8 hours on low heat. This will allow the flavors to fully develop and the chicken to become tender and juicy. Serve with your favorite toppings for a delicious and easy meal.
Steps
Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas, warmed
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned.
2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken back to the skillet with the vegetables and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until everything is heated through.
4. Serve the chicken fajita mixture in warm flour tortillas. Top each tortilla with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped fresh cilantro.