BUSY-DAY CHICKEN FAJITAS RECIPE

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When I don't have much time to cook supper, slow cooker chicken fajitas are a flavorful way to keep my family full and satisfied. If you aren't cooking for young tastes, try spicing things up with medium or hot picante sauce. -Michele Furry, Plains, Montana

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium green pepper, cut into strips
1 large onion, sliced
1-1/2 cups picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: thinly sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes and sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker; add black beans, pepper and onion. In a small bowl, mix picante sauce, garlic powder and cumin; pour over top. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
  • Remove chicken and cool slightly. Shred meat with two forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve with tortillas, cheese and toppings of your choice.
  • Yield: 6 servings.
  • Originally published as Busy-Day Chicken Fajitas in Simple & Delicious
  • August/September 2013, p47
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