Best 5 Crock Pot Beef Fajitas Recipes

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**Indulge in a Fiesta of Flavors: Embark on a Culinary Journey with Crock-Pot Beef Fajitas**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a sizzling fiesta of flavors as we present Crock-Pot Beef Fajitas, a culinary masterpiece that effortlessly blends the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of slow-cooking. This delectable dish promises a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring tender and succulent beef enveloped in a tantalizing marinade of zesty spices, zesty citrus, and aromatic herbs. Perfectly complemented by a vibrant array of sautéed bell peppers and onions, these fajitas burst with a rainbow of colors and flavors. Accompany this flavorful feast with a selection of warm tortillas, tangy salsa, creamy guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream for a truly authentic Mexican experience. Whether you're hosting a lively gathering or simply seeking a flavorful weeknight dinner, Crock-Pot Beef Fajitas will transport you to a culinary paradise with every bite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER FAJITAS



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"I love fajitas like they serve in Mexican restaurants, but when I prepared them at home, the meat was always chewy," explains Katie Urso of Seneca, Illinois. "Then I tried this recipe in my slow cooker, and my husband and I savored every last bite. Fresh cilantro gives these fajitas the extra punch that makes them taste truly authentic."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow peppers, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch strips
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 pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
8 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place peppers and onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with beef. Combine water, vinegar, lime juice and seasonings; pour over meat. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours., Using a slotted spoon, place about 3/4 cup meat mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with salsa, cheese and cilantro; roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 564mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow-Cooker Steak Fajitas Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: yellow onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, flank steak, taco seasoning, garlic, lime, diced tomato with green chilli, flour tortilla, fresh cilantro, cotija cheese

Provided by Jody Duits

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 yellow onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 ½ lb flank steak
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lime, juiced
10 oz diced tomato with green chilli, 1 can, drained
flour tortilla, or corn tortilla
fresh cilantro, for garnish, optional
cotija cheese, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Place onions, peppers, and whole flank steak in the slow cooker. Top with taco seasoning, garlic, lime, and diced tomatoes.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
  • Remove steak from the slow cooker.
  • Optional: broil steak for 4-5 minutes until crisp for added texture.
  • Slice steak across the grain into thin strips.
  • Add the steak back into the slow cooker and combine with other ingredients.
  • Plate with tortillas of your choice and garnish with cilantro and cotija (optional).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 10 grams

SLOW COOKER STEAK FAJITAS



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These slow cooker fajitas will melt in your mouth, the steak always comes out soft and tasty! Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and/or salsa. Sour cream helps if the spice is too strong.

Provided by Miguel Ruiz

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (1 1/2-pound) beef flank steak
1 (8 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon salt
6 large flour tortillas, or as needed
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cut flank steak into 6 equal portions and place in a slow cooker. Add tomatoes, onion, bell peppers, jalapeno pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and salt.
  • Cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours, or on High for 4 to 6 hours, until steak is fall-apart-tender.
  • Remove steak and shred. Return to slow cooker.
  • Serve hot with tortillas and shredded cheese, allowing everyone to make their own fajita.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 51.8 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1050.1 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

CROCK-POT BEEF FAJITAS



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Make and share this Crock-Pot Beef Fajitas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sandy Doenges

Categories     Meat

Time 5h10m

Yield 12 , 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 lbs flank steaks
1 onion, sliced
1 tablespoon cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 ounces chopped tomatoes
4 ounces chopped green chilies (small can)
1 green pepper, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 flour tortillas
sour cream
guacamole
shredded cheddar cheese
salsa

Steps:

  • Cut steak into 6 portions and place in crock pot. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high 4-5 hours. Remove meat and shred using a fork to pull meat into stringy pieces. Return meat to pot and stir to blend.

CROCK POT STEAK FAJITAS



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Make and share this Crock Pot Steak Fajitas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Debe6496

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 3h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs boneless sirloin, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
6 -8 flour tortillas
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
salsa (optional)
guacamole (optional)
sour cream (optional)
shredded lettuce (optional)
chopped tomato (optional)
chopped onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown the steak in oil.
  • Place the steak and drippings into the crock pot.
  • Add lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and chili powder.
  • Mix well.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until meat is tender.
  • Add green pepper and onion; cover and cook for 1 hour more.
  • Warm the tortillas.
  • Spoon beef and veggies down the center of the tortillas.
  • Top each with cheese, salsa, sour cream, lettuce, and tomatoes if desired.
  • Fold in the sides of the tortillas and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-cut fajita meat from the grocery store.
  • If you don't have a crock pot, you can also cook the fajitas in a slow cooker.
  • To make the fajitas more flavorful, marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • You can use any type of vegetables you like in your fajitas. Some popular choices include onions, peppers, and zucchini.
  • Be sure to serve the fajitas with plenty of tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Crock pot beef fajitas are a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The beef is cooked slowly in a crock pot until it is tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. The fajitas are then served with tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream. This is a meal that everyone will love, and it is sure to become a family favorite.

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