“When I don't have much time to cook supper, slow cooker chicken fajitas are a flavorful way to keep my family full and satisfied. Try spicing things up with medium or hot picante sauce."
Michele Furry, Plains, Montana

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium green pepper, cut into strips
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1-1/2 cups picante sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced ripe olives and thinly sliced green onions

Directions

1. Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker; add black beans, pepper and onion. In a small bowl, mix picante sauce, garlic powder and cumin; pour over top. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
2. Remove chicken and cool slightly. Shred meat with two forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve with tortillas, cheese and toppings of your choice. Yield: 6 servings.

 

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