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Colorful one-pot fajita dish with sizzling bell peppers, onions, and seasoned chicken served in a skillet

One-Pot Fajita Bliss: Effortless Weeknight Delight

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Discover the effortless way to enjoy flavorful, tender fajitas with our One-Pot Fajita Bliss recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow cooker fajita recipe combines vibrant peppers, savory spices, and protein cooked to perfection all in one pot. Easy to prepare with minimal cleanup, it’s the ideal meal for those who crave delicious, home-cooked Mexican-inspired dishes without hassle.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes prep + 4-6 hours cook
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450g) chicken breasts or beef strips
  • 3 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning (or homemade blend)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Flour or corn tortillas for serving
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, salsa

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the chicken or beef, peppers, and onions. Mince the garlic and zest the lime for enhanced flavor.
  2. In a small bowl, mix fajita seasoning with olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss the sliced meat and vegetables with this marinade evenly.
  3. Transfer everything into your crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until meat is tender and flavors meld.
  4. Once cooked, give everything a gentle toss and serve hot on warmed tortillas. Top with cheese, sour cream, or cilantro as desired. Warm tortillas using an air fryer for the best texture.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute chicken with beef or shrimp, or add mushrooms and zucchini for a vegetarian variation.
  • For extra spice, add cayenne or hot sauce to suit your taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat thoroughly.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-6 hours (low) or 2-3 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Flexible (gluten-free options available)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita wrap
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg