Chicken Fajita Freezer Meal
Hannah Stewart
We're going to whip up a big batch of chicken fajitas with tender chicken strips, bell peppers, onions, and a blend of mouthwatering spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 hours hrs
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 331 kcal
Slow Cooker / Crockpot
1 gallon freezer bag
- 2-3 lb chicken breast or chicken thighs
- 12 oz bag frozen peppers and onions bag
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes can
- 1 jalapeño diced (seeds removed)
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 packet taco seasoning (optional homemade taco seasoning)
Homemade Taco Seasoning:- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
For Serving:- 8 tortillas
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Freezer Prep Directions:Prepare a gallon freezer bag, labeling according to your preferred method.
Add all ingredients, except for serving, to the freezer bag.
Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and freeze for up to three months.
Slow Cooker Directions:Thaw freezer bag in fridge 12-24 hours before cooking.
Add freezer bag contents into slow cooker.
Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
Remove chicken and slice or shred. Mix back into slow cooker and serve in tortillas. Optional: Top with your favorite taco toppings.
Instant Pot Directions
- Dump the contents of the freezer bag into the Instant Pot, add 1/2 cup water.
- Set to High Pressure for 20 minutes, then allow a 10-minute natural release followed by a quick release.
- Remove chicken and slice or shred. Mix back into slow cooker and serve in tortillas. Optional: Top with your favorite taco toppings.
Make it Gluten-Free:
- Ensure your taco seasoning is gluten-free.
Make it Dairy-Free:
- This recipe is naturally dairy-free.
- May top with favorite taco toppings! (cheese, guacamole, salsa, etc…)
- Make it pretty: Garnish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.
- Don't discard the extra liquid after cooking and use it to make rice
Calories: 331kcal
Keyword Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas, Instant Pot Fajitas, Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas