Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas {Summer Slow Cooker Series}

We all love them, but did you know you can cook them in a slow cooker? I give you.. Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas. A classic dinner recipe that’s packed with flavour, spice and satisfaction.

Just when you thought fajitas couldn’t get any easier, here is my version of Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas. All the usual flavours but even better. Why? You can stick all the ingredients in during the day, ready to serve up at dinner time without any effort at all. Plus, the ingredients finish up succulent, moist and marinated, and it’s a healthy meal, making this the ultimate midweek dinner.

I love how budget-friendly Chicken Fajitas are too, while tasting like there is so much more going on. You can dress this dish up, serving up with lots of little side dishes for a Mexican-style feast when guests come round, or keeping it simple with rice or wraps when it’s a normal family meal time. 

I would love to know how you’ve got on if you try this recipe. Please leave a comment or chat to me over on my social channels – Instagram, Facebook or Tik Tok – to let me know!

You’ll love this recipe because:

All the flavour without the effort

Healthy and satisfying

Can keep side dishes simple or all-out impressive

 FAQs about this Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas Recipe

What should I serve with this dish?

You can serve this with Mexican-flavoured rice or salad, tortilla wraps, guacamole, salsa and sour cream (or plain yoghurt) for a filling feast.

Is this an authentic Mexican recipe?

Interestingly, “fajitas” is actually a TexMex recipe. This is my slow cooker take on my favourite fajitas I’ve eaten in restaurants here and also in Mexico. If you’d like to learn about more authentic Tex Mex fajitas you can read about them (along with a recipe) at MuyBuenoKitchen.

Can I prepare the ingredients the night before?

Yes! I love this hack when I know a day is coming up that doesn’t have a window for cooking or even prep. I put all of the ingredients in the slow cooker pan, then refrigerate overnight. In the morning, I just have to pop it into the slow cooker and switch on.

Can I freeze the leftovers?

Yes – if you don’t eat it all, freeze the rest for another day (or make double on purpose for this very reason). Or you can reheat the leftovers for lunch the following day.

Can I make this a vegetarian dish?

If you’re looking for vegetarian fajitas instead, try this recipe: Halloumi Fajitas. It’s honestly sooo good!

Can you recommend a good slow cooker?

My favourite is the Morphy Richards Sear & Stew Slow Cooker, which can be used on the hob too. The best I find for induction hobs is the Lakeland Digital 6.5l Slow Cooker.

Fancy more Summer Slow Cooker recipes?

• Lamb Orzo Stew with Feta – Tasty Med flavours
• Honey Barbecue Pulled Chicken – Smoky summer flavours
• Feta and Tomato Pasta – Light, simple, delicious

Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do.

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