Slow Cooker Keto Chicken Fajitas

Tender, juicy, and delightfully seasoned, these Slow Cooker Keto Chicken Fajitas are a hands-off approach to a Mexican-inspired dinner that stays true to your low-carb lifestyle. Bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection in your slow cooker, this dish is ideal for a busy weeknight or a relaxing weekend meal.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Keto Slow Cooker Recipes, Low Carb Chicken Fajitas, Slow Cooker Keto Chicken Fajitas

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings servings

Calories 375kcal

Equipment

Slow cooker
Small bowl
Measuring spoons
Knife
Cutting board
Forks for shredding chicken

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 large red bell pepper, sliced about 150g
1 large green bell pepper, sliced about 150g
1 medium yellow onion, sliced about 110g
3 cloves garlic, minced about 9g
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, adjust for heat preference
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 lime, juice of about 2 tablespoons or 30ml
Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions

Lay the sliced bell peppers and onions at the bottom of the slow cooker.
In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and rub the spice mixture all over the chicken until well coated.
Place the seasoned chicken on top of the peppers and onions in the slow cooker.
Mince the garlic and sprinkle over the chicken.
Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker and stir to combine with the peppers and onions.
Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and squeeze lime juice over the mixture. Stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

For a complete keto meal, serve these fajitas with low-carb tortillas or over a bed of lettuce for a fajita salad.

The leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and are perfect for meal prep.

If you prefer your fajitas with a bit more sauce, consider adding a can of diced tomatoes (drained) or a few tablespoons of chicken broth before cooking.

Adjust the cayenne pepper to your heat preference or omit it entirely for a milder flavor.

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