This easy dump-and-go crockpot chicken fajita quinoa bowl recipe combines frozen chicken breasts, peppers, onions, salsa, and spices for a hands-off, high-protein dinner. All ingredients cook together in the slow cooker, creating a flavorful and nutritious meal.

Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is a great option for those looking for healthy dinner recipes. The chicken breast crockpot method ensures tender meat, while the quinoa adds a wholesome touch to your fajita bowls.

Simple Chicken Fajita Quinoa Bowl Recipe

In this recipe, frozen chicken breasts are cooked with colorful peppers and onions, seasoned with spices, and combined with quinoa for a complete meal. It takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

• 2 frozen chicken breasts
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups chicken broth or water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the frozen chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Add Vegetables: Layer the sliced peppers and onions on top of the chicken.
3. Season: Pour the salsa over the vegetables and chicken. Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water and add it to the slow cooker.
5. Pour Liquid: Add the chicken broth or water to the slow cooker, ensuring the quinoa is submerged.
6. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and quinoa is fluffy.
7. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix everything together in the slow cooker.
8. Serve: Spoon the fajita mixture into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 6-8 hours
• Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 bowls
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 6g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 45g