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- Peppers and onion:<\/strong> A colorful mix of green, yellow and red bell pepper strips along with sliced onion provide sweetness and a fresh flavor profile to the fajitas.<\/li>\n
- Beef:<\/strong> A couple of pounds of top sirloin, cut into strips, is the base for this slow-cooker fajitas recipe, adding lots of savory flavor.<\/li>\n
- Water, red wine vinegar and lime juice:<\/strong> A slow cooker needs some liquid to transfer heat and cook effectively. This liquid combination creates a tangy base for the seasonings to infuse the meat and vegetables while they cook.<\/li>\n
- Spices:<\/strong> A robust combination of spices including ground cumin, chili powder, salt, garlic powder, pepper and cayenne pepper creates flavorful warmth. These aromatics complement the other ingredients.<\/li>\n
- Flour tortillas:<\/strong> An essential accompaniment to fajitas, soft flour tortillas<\/a> provide a pliable, roll-up base.<\/li>\n
- Salsa:<\/strong> The salsa adds a fresh, tangy and spicy element that balances the richness of the beef and cheese. Use a fresh chopped salsa like pico de gallo<\/a> or a jarred store-bought salsa.<\/li>\n
- Cheddar cheese:<\/strong> Shredded cheddar melts to add a creamy and indulgent texture on top of the finished fajitas.<\/li>\n
- Cilantro:<\/strong> The cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor that brightens up the fajitas. Not a fan? Feel free to skip it or substitute chopped green onion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Add the ingredients and slow-cook<\/h3>\n
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Place the peppers and onion in a 5-quart slow cooker. Scatter the beef strips on top in an even layer.<\/p>\n
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Combine the water, vinegar, lime juice and seasonings; pour the mixture over the meat. Cover and cook on low until the beef is tender, 8-10 hours.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Serve the slow-cooker fajitas<\/h3>\n
Using a slotted spoon, place about 3\/4 cup meat mixture down the center of each tortilla. Add salsa, cheese and cilantro, or your favorite toppings, and roll up.<\/p>\n
Test Kitchen Tip:<\/em>\u00a0We recommend using a slotted spoon for serving slow-cooker steak fajitas to prevent a soggy fajita. Tongs work too.<\/p>\n
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Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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- Make a chicken version:<\/strong> You can replace the top sirloin in this recipe with boneless skinless chicken thighs to create shredded slow-cooker chicken fajitas, or make these slow-cooker chicken fajitas<\/a> with black beans and a tangy sauce.<\/li>\n
- Trade out the tortillas:<\/strong> Swap in a bowl of rice or quinoa<\/a> for the tortillas, then top with creamy queso. Or, tuck the fajita meat and veggies into cheesy quesadillas<\/a> for a a party appetizer or quick dinner.<\/li>\n
- Try it spicier:<\/strong> Add a chopped jalape\u00f1o or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce to the slow cooker along with the spice blend.<\/li>\n
- Take a shortcut:<\/strong> Use a packet of fajita or taco seasoning<\/a> instead of the spice blend to save time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to Store Slow-Cooker Fajitas<\/h2>\n
Store the meat and vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Store the toppings separately.<\/p>\n
Can you make slow-cooker fajitas ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
Yes, you can set up the slow-cooker fajitas ahead of time and simply serve them directly out of the slow cooker once they’re ready. The long cooking time of this recipe makes it an ideal choice for when you need to have the meal prep wrapped up and put away before serving.<\/p>\n
How do you reheat slow-cooker fajitas?<\/h3>\n
To reheat slow-cooker steak fajitas, simply warm the beef in the microwave or on the stove until heated through and then assemble the fajitas.<\/p>\n
Slow-Cooker Fajita Tips<\/h2>\n
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