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Colorful crockpot chicken fajita bowl with rice, peppers, and avocado.

Recipe: Crockpot Chicken Fajita Bowls


  • Author: Emma Skillet
  • Total Time: 4–5 hours on Low
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Description

A hands-off high-protein dinner packed with bold fajita flavor, colorful veggies, and endless topping options.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Fajita Chicken:

  • lb chicken breasts
  • 3 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Fajita Seasoning

  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼½ tsp red pepper flakes

For Serving

  • Cooked rice or cauliflower rice
  • Black or pinto beans
  • Corn kernels
  • Avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt, cheese, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Add sliced peppers and onions to slow cooker. Place chicken on top. Sprinkle with seasoning.
  2. Add oil, lime juice, and tomatoes.
  3. Cook on low 4–5 hours or high 2½–3½ hours. Chicken should shred easily.
  4. Remove chicken, shred, return to cooker. If liquid is excess, cook uncovered 15–20 min or stir in tomato paste to thicken.
  5. Assemble bowls with chosen base and toppings.

Notes

  • Portion for meal prep in containers (keeps 3–4 days).
  • Add beans in the last 10 min for more protein.
  • Low-carb? Use cauliflower rice or greens.
  • Want extra heat? Add chipotle or hot sauce before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 4–5 hours on Low
  • Category: Chicken
  • Method: Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Serving
  • Calories: 310kcal
  • Fat: 13g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 38g

Keywords: Crockpot Chicken Fajita Bowls