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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Fajitas

Tropical Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Fajitas You’ll Love

Enjoy tropical flavors with Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Fajitas, a family-friendly and easy dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Shredding Time 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fajitas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs For juicy tenderness
  • 1/3 cup Pineapple Juice Adds natural sweetness
  • 1/2 lime Lime Juice Juice of 1/2 lime
For the Pineapple
  • 4 slices Canned Pineapple Slices For extra sweetness
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Sugar Sweetener, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Aminos Soy sauce alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin Adds warmth and depth
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic Elevates savory notes
  • 1/2 tablespoon Chili Powder For a hint of heat
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Veggies
  • 1 whole Red Pepper Thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Red Onion Halved and thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, lime juice, coconut sugar, and coconut aminos, cumin, minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the marinade evenly over the chicken.
  3. Layer pineapple slices on top of the marinated chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Remove pineapple slices and shred the chicken with two forks.
  6. Stir in diced pineapple, sliced red pepper, and red onion and cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fajitaCalories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking for deeper flavor. Add toppings like avocado or fresh cilantro when serving.

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