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Why You’ll Love My Recipe

This crockpot chicken fajita recipe is an easy, delicious meal that can be perfectly prepared beforehand! Tender, shredded chicken with bold sizzling flavour without the stress of standing over the stove. The perfect busy weeknight meal – or if you need to feed a crowd!

Easily shredded chicken breast fajitas done in the crockpot! There is nothing quite like a delicious meal waiting for you at the end of the day, and this crockpot chicken fajitas recipe is perfect for preparing ahead of time.

Don’t forget to serve your fajitas with this Easy Chunky Homemade Guacamole! Or you could try this Avocado Crema as a fajita topping!

Reader Review

This is an easy to put together recipe – we love it – took it on our honeymoon and we loved it!!

– James

Karlynn’s Recipe Notes

Skill Level: Beginner-friendly and totally foolproof! If you can slice a few veggies, you’re golden – the slow cooker does it all for you.
Total Time: About 4-6 hours – most of that’s just your slow cooker doing the work while you go live your life!
Variations: Add in different veggies, like mushrooms or corn or black beans for added texture! Also – try serving your fajitas with our easy chunky guacamole – or, try our avocado crema as a topping – and of course, lots of shredded cheese!
Spice it up: Love your spice? Toss in a diced jalepeno or pinch of chilli flakes for an awesome kick.
Tools You’ll Need: The key tool here is a slow cooker – it’ll be your cheat code to success! A 5-6 quart slow cooker is perfect. You also want to keep some tongs handy!
Prep Friendly: you can prep all the ingredients the night before and store them in the frige – just dump everyting into the slow cooker in the morning. Dinner will be ready right when you walk in the door!

Shredded chicken in a black slow cooker, surrounded by tortillas, lime halves, fresh cilantro, a bowl of shredded cheese, a bowl of sour cream, and a blue-striped towel on a white surface.

What You’ll Need for Ingredients

Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are the go-to here – they shred beautifully after a few hours in the slow cooker. Karlynn’s Tip: I pesonally love using boneless chicken thighs as well, especially if you like things a little juicier!

Peppers & Onions: A mix of red, yellow, and green bell peppers adds color and sweetness, while sliced onion gives that classic fajita flavor. Don’t stress too much about the combo – use whatever’s in your fridge! Karlynn’s Tip: Add in whatever veggies you like, like mushrooms or corn!

Seasoning: A packet of fajita seasoning keeps things simple, but if you’ve got a favorite homemade blend, go for it. A touch of chili powder or smoked paprika can also kick it up a notch.

Extras: A drizzle of olive oil helps the seasoning stick, and a squeeze of lime at the end brightens the whole dish up – and of course, you can’t forget the shredded cheese! Karlynn’s Tip: Don’t forget your tortillas – or swap them for rice or salad greens if you’re going low-carb!

Ingredients laid out on a white surface: four raw chicken breasts, two lime halves, a bowl of chopped onions, a bowl of salsa, a bowl of breadcrumbs, a small bowl of sugar, and a small dish of butter with a spoon.

How To Make Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

This is a quick overview of the recipe. The full list of ingredients & complete step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below.

A pan of sautéed diced onions sits on a marble surface surrounded by bowls of salsa, breadcrumbs, sugar, and lime halves. Raw chicken breasts and a white striped kitchen towel are nearby.

A slow cooker filled with raw chicken breasts topped with cooked onions. Surrounding the cooker are a bowl of salsa, two lime halves, a small bowl of white powder, breadcrumbs, and a striped cloth on a white surface.

Place the chicken in your crockpot.
Sautee your onions until brown and place ontop of the chicken.
Combine salsa, seasoning mix, lime juice & sugar and pour into crockpot.
Cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6-8 hours – set it and forget it!
Serve on tortillas and garnish however you like. Enjoy!

Three soft tacos filled with shredded chicken, melted cheese, and topped with sour cream and cilantro are displayed in a white taco holder. Blurred bowls and glasses are in the background on a white surface.

Karlynn’s Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Keep it low and slow: Cook on low for up to 6 hours – any longer and the chicken can dry out.
Layer smart: Veggies go on the bottom, chicken on top, so the peppers stay tender (not mushy!).
Watch the sauce: If it’s a little too juicy, just drain off some liquid before serving.
Make it yours: Add corn, beans, or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture. Or, try making your own fajita seasoning mix!
Finish fresh: A squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cilantro take it from good to amazing.
Freeze for later: Cool completely, portion, and freeze – this way you can thaw and reheat for a fast, fuss-free dinner.

Three taco boats filled with shredded chicken, topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and cilantro are arranged on a white tray. Lime halves, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro are nearby on a marble surface.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The flavors actually get even better after a day or two – perfect for easy lunches! Just reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.

Freezer: Cool completely, then portion into freezer-safe bags or containers (juice and all). You can freeze this safely for up to 3 months! Thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Pro Tip: If you are planning to freeze, skip adding fresh toppings like lime or cilantro until after reheating – it’ll taste much fresher that way.

More Delicious Crockpot Recipes

Another crockpot classic in my kitchen is my Crockpot Meatball Shepherd’s Pie – such a comfort food recipe!
You also can’t go wrong with a classic. Try my Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Lasagna next time you need a crowd-pleaser!
Feeling inspired? Check out my 10 New Go-To Crockpot Meals here for more crockpot ideas!

There you have it, folks! Super easy, simple, and downright delicious Crockpot Chicken Fajitas – the kind of dinner that basically cooks itself while you can get on with your day. Save this one for those nights when you want to walk through the door and have dinner ready to roll.

Give it a try and let me know how you love it! I always love hearing how your versions turn out – pop a comment below!

Happy Cooking!

Karlynn