Description
A hands-off high-protein dinner packed with bold fajita flavor, colorful veggies, and endless topping options.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Fajita Chicken:
- 1½ 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
- ¼–½ 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
- Add sliced peppers and onions to slow cooker. Place chicken on top. Sprinkle with seasoning.
- Add oil, lime juice, and tomatoes.
- Cook on low 4–5 hours or high 2½–3½ hours. Chicken should shred easily.
- Remove chicken, shred, return to cooker. If liquid is excess, cook uncovered 15–20 min or stir in tomato paste to thicken.
- 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