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Slow-Cooker Fajitas Recipe

Slow-Cooker Fajitas Recipe
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This Slow-Cooker Fajitas recipe combines tender strips of beef with vibrant bell peppers and onions, slow-cooked to perfection with zesty seasonings. Perfectly served on warm flour tortillas and topped with fresh salsa, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and cilantro, these fajitas offer a delicious, hands-off meal ideal for busy days or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1 medium sweet red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1 sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch strips

Beef and Marinade

  • 2 pounds beef top sirloin steaks, cut into thin strips
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Serving

  • 8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • 8 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Place the sliced green, red, and yellow peppers along with the cut onion into the bottom of a 5-quart slow cooker. Arrange the thinly sliced beef top sirloin strips evenly on top of the vegetables.
  2. Make the marinade and cook: In a separate bowl, combine water, red wine vinegar, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mixture evenly over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded.
  3. Assemble the fajitas: Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to scoop about 3/4 cup of the meat and vegetable mixture into the center of each warmed flour tortilla. Top each with salsa, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro leaves.
  4. Roll and serve: Roll up the tortillas securely around the filling and serve immediately for a warm, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add extra cayenne pepper or serve with sliced jalapeños.
  • Substitute beef with chicken or turkey strips for a leaner protein option.
  • Warm tortillas before assembling to make them more pliable and prevent tearing.
  • To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas or serve with lettuce wraps.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

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