Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 large red bell pepper, sliced
1 large green bell pepper, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
1 cup cooked rice (per serving)
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges
Avocado slices (optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until golden (no need to brown fully)
Place cooked chicken, peppers, onion, fajita seasoning, chicken broth, salt, and pepper in the crockpot
Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender
Shred chicken and stir into mixture
Serve in bowls over cooked rice with cilantro, lime wedges, and avocado slices
Notes
Substitute chicken thighs for richer flavor
Use leftover rice or warm pre-cooked rice for convenience
Add optional toppings like shredded cheese or sour cream
Meal prep: Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 240
- Category: Cozy Chicken
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg