When you don’t have a lot of time, but you’re in the mood for a fiesta, this recipe for crock pot fajitas with chicken and quinoa will save the day. I’ve got a few ideas for the leftovers too!
When life is busy and unpredictable, a slow cooker can restore your sanity. Start it up in the morning and you have a wee bit more flexibility at the end of the day. Need to delay dinner 30 minutes? No problem! Some days are just like that. 🙂
I know someone who’s about to experience the sheer joy of a new baby…and the unpredictability that comes along with this blessing. It’s Katie over at Katie’s Cucina. Yay! I’m so excited for her because my girls are the best thing that ever happened to me and my hubby! Some of her food blogger friends are throwing a surprise virtual baby shower. We’re posting recipes that are perfect for new moms and families and will make meal times just a little bit easier. Truth of the matter, these recipes are great for anyone!
Endless Options for Crock Pot Fajitas with Chicken and Quinoa
I love this crock pot recipe because not only do you get a flavorful filling for your tortillas…but, you have other options too.
Fill your favorite tortillas with this flavorful concoction that includes, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, black beans, lots of seasoning and of course, chicken and quinoa. It stands alone. Or perhaps, you have few must-have toppings for this type of cuisine. Mine are cheese, sour cream and cilantro!
Add a little extra chicken stock and you’ve got chicken fajita soup! Top this dish with a few crushed tortilla chips.
Or, set out a bowl of chips and you’ve got nachos or a very hardy dip!
And, if you happen have some leftovers, by all means freeze them…you’ll be ready for your next fiesta!
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed well
- 2 14.5 ounce cans diced tomatoes not drained
- 15 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth low-salt
- 1/2 large onion sliced
- 12 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 packet or
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 12 flour or corn tortillas
- Shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Sour cream
- Diced avocado
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Add all of the ingredients to a crock pot and stir to combine.
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Cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 8-9 hours.
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Serve on tortillas with optional toppings.
Much happiness and best wishes to Katie!!!
Be sure to check out the recipes below which are perfect for new moms, families or anyone looking to simplify life!
Easy Broccoli & Cheddar Soup from The Little Kitchen
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers from Cook the Story
Individual Tortilla Caprese Pizzas from a farmgirl’s dabbles
Easy Cheesy Potato Corn Chowder from A Little Claireification
Slow Cooker Jambalaya from A Spicy Perspective
Italian Style Stir Fry from Aggie’s Kitchen
Apricot Chicken from Bombshell Bling
Easy Baked Spaghetti from Chocolate & Carrots
Cuban Casserole with Whole Grain Mustard Butter Biscuits from Climbing Grier Mountain
Freezer-Friendly Quinoa Meatballs from Cooking with Books
Baby Boy Subway Art Printable from H2OBungalow
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Cake from Inside BruCrew Life
Asparagus And Leek Quiche from Kokocooks
Roasted Lemon Parmesan Chicken with Red Potatoes from Life After Empty Nest
Yogurt Blueberry and Honey Smoothie from My Sweet Zepol
Pesto Parmesan Chicken Salad from Shaken Together
Printable Baby Whale Themed Cards and Project Life Mini Album from Simply Kelly Designs
Coconut Cookie Butter Sandwich Cookies from Simply Southern Baking
Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Garden Vegetables from Sweet Remedy
Easy Kofta Kebabs from Tasty Chomps
Crock Pot Fajitas with Chicken and Quinoa from The Dinner-Mom
Overnight Oatmeal from The Hungry Housewife
Honey-Dijon Chicken, Apple & Quinoa Wraps from The Kitchen Prep
Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Soup from The Lemon Bowl
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos from The Nifty Foodie
DIY Whale Art from While They Snooze
One Pot Mexican Chicken and Rice from Yellow Bliss Road
Enjoy!
Marjory, thank you for sharing this tasty recipe for my surprise baby shower! Super ironic, because I’m making fajitas tonight, but not in the slow cooker. I’ll definitely be saving this recipe for once the baby arrives. I think the crock pot will be my new best friend!
Your welcome Katie! I’m so excited for you!
Thank you so much for this recipe. I usually reserve fajitas for the weekend, this is a great fix for a busy weeknight meal.
I love the versatility of this meal and crock pot meals are my favorite! Thanks for the great recipe!
Thanks Caroline. I’ve been using mine quite a bit this winter!
What a brilliant idea, I love it!! I adore my crockpot right now!!
Thanks Tara! I’ve been using mine a lot lately too!
WOW…the flavor in this must be AMAZING!!!! Love my slow cooker.
Thanks! We’ve been enjoying a lot meals in it lately. Soooo easy.
Marjory, I am *in love* with this idea. I bet you could also use the leftovers to do a really fun baked pasta dish. Yum! I’m definitely going to try this. Thanks for joining with us to celebrate Katie.
Thanks Christine. What a great recipe round-up the “virtual” shower turned out to be for new parents. And, pasta…yes!!!
I really love the versatility of this recipe, Majory! Thank you so much for joining in on the shower for Katie!
Thank you for hosting such a fun event!!!
Hello! This looks so yummy! Did you cook the quinoa separately before putting in the crockpot? Or is this quinoa uncooked, straight from the package? Also is the chicken uncooked (or frozen) before you place in the crockpot? Thank you!
Hi! The quinoa and chicken are both uncooked when placed in the crock pot. 🙂