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Slow-Cooked Smoky Chicken Fajitas


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  • Author: noah-reed
  • Total Time: 435 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Tender, juicy chicken infused with smoky spices, served with vibrant bell peppers and sweet onions in warm tortillas.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 8 flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts.
  4. Layer the sliced onions and bell peppers on top of the chicken in the slow cooker.
  5. Pour the undrained diced tomatoes over the chicken, onions, and peppers.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
  7. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the mix and stir in the fresh lime juice.
  9. Warm the flour tortillas before serving.
  10. Serve the smoky chicken and vegetables in the warm tortillas.

Notes

For healthier alternatives, consider using skinless turkey breasts and whole-grain tortillas. Ensure to add lime juice for a zesty brightness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 420 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg