Craving a sizzling, flavorful, Tex-Mex dish without the hassle of grilling? Look no further than these slow-cooker steak fajitas! This collection of recipes offers a convenient and delicious way to enjoy classic fajitas in the comfort of your own home. With minimal prep work and a few simple ingredients, you can have a mouthwatering meal ready in no time. From traditional beef fajitas to tantalizing vegetarian options, these recipes cater to various dietary preferences and guarantee a fiesta of flavors. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey, where tender steak, succulent vegetables, and zesty spices come together to create an unforgettable fajita experience. Dive into the recipes and discover the secrets to creating sizzling fajitas that will leave your taste buds dancing and your loved ones craving more.
**Here are some highlights of the recipes you'll find in this article:**
* **Classic Beef Fajitas:** This timeless recipe features tender flank steak marinated in a blend of spices and citrus, then slow-cooked to perfection. The result is juicy, flavorful steak that pairs perfectly with sauteed vegetables and warm tortillas.
* **Chicken Fajitas:** For a leaner protein option, try these chicken fajitas. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of spices and herbs, then slow-cooked until fall-apart tender. Serve with your favorite fajita toppings for a healthy and satisfying meal.
* **Veggie Fajitas:** This vegetarian take on fajitas is packed with colorful vegetables, including bell peppers, onions, and zucchini. Marinated in a flavorful sauce, the vegetables are slow-cooked until tender and slightly caramelized. Serve with rice or quinoa for a hearty and nutritious meal.
* **Shrimp Fajitas:** Seafood lovers will delight in these shrimp fajitas. Succulent shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of lime, garlic, and cilantro, then slow-cooked until tender and juicy. Serve with grilled pineapple for a tropical twist.
* **Steak and Shrimp Fajitas:** For the ultimate fajita experience, combine steak and shrimp in this tantalizing recipe. Marinated in a blend of spices and citrus, the steak and shrimp are slow-cooked together until perfectly tender. This dish is sure to impress your dinner guests.
SLOW COOKER STEAK FAJITAS
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
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
SLOW-COOKER STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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 FLANK STEAK FAJITAS
As a busy teacher, I think it's so nice to come home to a warm meal after a day in the classroom. I'm not the only one who thinks so: These beefy fajitas go fast at potlucks, too. -Mary Holmgren, Mackinaw, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the first 5 ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour beer over top. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours., Remove beef from slow cooker. Strain vegetable mixture; return vegetables to slow cooker. (Discard cooking juices or save for another use.) Shred beef with 2 forks; add to vegetables and heat through. Serve in tortillas with pico de gallo and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW COOKER CHILI'S STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut sirloin steak into bite-size pieces.
- Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place steak in slow cooker with chiles, soup mix, lime juice, and water and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours.
- Slice onion and bell peppers into strips. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat on stove top and add olive oil. Saute peppers and onion in skillet until tender.
- Remove steak from slow cooker (I use a slotted spoon) and place meat, onions, bell peppers, and whatever other toppings you like on tortillas and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 6 kcal
SLOW COOKER FLANK STEAK FAJITAS
These Slow Cooker Flank Steak Fajitas are one of the easiest, most delicious meals I have ever made!
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture over all sides of the flank steak, place it in the bottom of the slow cooker, and add the soy sauce.
- Top the flank steak with the jalapeno, garlic, bell peppers, and onion. There's no need to add any water or other liquid.
- Cook on high for 5 to 6 hours or on low for 8-9 hours, or until the steak can easily be shredded with two forks.
- Thoroughly drain the meat and peppers, shred the meat and serve on tortillas with toppings or the fixings of your choice.
SLOW COOKER FLANK STEAK FAJITAS
Steps:
- 1.Mix together the dry spices with a fork including the chili powder, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper. 2.Rub the spice mixture over all sides of the flank steak and place it in the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle the soy sauce on top. 3.Top the flank steak with the diced jalapeno and minced garlic. Slice the bell peppers and onion and throw those on top of the steak as well. 4.Turn the slow cooker onto HIGH and cook for 5 - 6 hours or until the steak can easily be shredded with two forks. 5.Drain the meat and peppers well then serve with the recommended fajita "fixings" (listed above). Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose the Right Cut of Steak: For fajitas, flank steak or skirt steak are great choices because they are flavorful and tender when cooked properly.
- Slice Against the Grain: Before cooking, slice the steak against the grain to help tenderize it and make it easier to chew.
- Marinate the Steak: Marinating the steak in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and liquids (such as lime juice or orange juice) will help enhance its flavor and make it more tender.
- Cook the Steak Properly: For fajitas, the steak should be cooked to medium-rare or medium to ensure that it remains tender and juicy.
- Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables, such as bell peppers and onions, add color, flavor, and nutrition to fajitas. Choose vegetables that are firm and crisp.
- Serve with Warm Tortillas: Warm tortillas are essential for fajitas. You can use store-bought tortillas or make your own using a tortilla press.
- Add Your Favorite Toppings: Common fajita toppings include shredded cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and pico de gallo. Let your taste buds guide you and choose the toppings that you enjoy the most.
Conclusion:
Slow-cooker steak fajitas are an easy and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. By following these tips, you can ensure that your fajitas are flavorful, tender, and packed with fresh vegetables. So, fire up your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a sizzling plate of steak fajitas tonight!
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