🌮 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas: Effortless, Flavor-Packed, and Perfect for Weeknights! 🥩

Posted by BMA24

Introduction:
Enjoy bold, vibrant fajita flavors with minimal effort! With just five simple ingredients in your slow cooker, these steak fajitas become tender, juicy, and bursting with zesty goodness. Let your slow cooker do the work while you get ready to serve up a crowd-pleasing meal!

⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🍳 Cook Time: 6 hours (low)

⏲ Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

🍽 Servings: 4

🔥 Calories per Serving: ~400 kcal (approx.)

🌮 Ingredients

  • 🥩 1 lb flank steak
  • 🫑 2 bell peppers, sliced into strips (mix colors if desired)
  • 🧅 1 large onion, sliced into rings
  • 🌮 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • 🍅 1 cup salsa (choose your preferred heat level)

📝 Instructions

  1. Layer the Ingredients:
  • Place the flank steak in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Top with the sliced bell peppers and onion.
  1. Season & Add Salsa:
  • Sprinkle the packet of fajita seasoning evenly over the steak and veggies.
  • Pour the cup of salsa over everything, ensuring even distribution.
  1. Slow Cook:
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until the steak is tender and infused with flavor.
  • (Alternatively, cook on high for 3–4 hours if you’re short on time.)
  1. Finish & Serve:
  • Once done, remove the steak from the slow cooker and slice it thinly (or shred it) before mixing it back with the juices and veggies.
  • Serve hot—ideally with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings (optional), such as sour cream, avocado, or a squeeze of lime.

🤩 Why You’ll Love These Fajitas:

  • Simplicity at Its Best: Just five ingredients mean less prep and fewer dishes.
  • Set-It-and-Forget-It: Let your slow cooker work its magic while you relax.
  • Bold Flavors: Tender steak, vibrant veggies, and zesty salsa create a winning combination.
  • Versatile: Perfect on its own or served in tortillas for a classic fajita experience.

💡 Tips:

  • Optional Sear: For an extra layer of flavor, quickly sear the steak in a hot skillet for 1 minute per side before placing it in the slow cooker.
  • Customize: Adjust the salsa or add a splash of lime juice for a tangier kick.
  • Serving Suggestion: Warm up some tortillas and serve with additional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado if desired.

Enjoy your 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas—a delicious, hassle-free meal that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort!