Easy Beef Fajitas

Easy Beef Fajitas

Prep this recipe ahead, freeze it, and then just thaw before you want to use it. It’s a flavorful, dump-and-go kind of meal!

5 from 3 votes
Easy Beef Fajitas
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Easy Beef Fajitas

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time9 hrs
Course: Main Course
Servings: 5
Calories: 484kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (1 kg) thin cut stir fry beef
  • 1 onion , peeled and sliced
  • 2 bell peppers , seeded and sliced (1 yellow, 1 orange)
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning mix (McCormick is gluten-free, or use recipe listed below)

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a zippered freezer bag or freezer container. Freeze until ready to use.
  • Defrost the bag the night before in the refrigerator and dump contents into your slow cooker in the morning. Add ½ cup of water.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours, or on high for 6 hours. The meat is done when it reaches desired tenderness. Serve on gluten-free tortillas.

Notes

Homemade Fajita Seasoning:
2 teaspoons (5 g) chili powder
1 teaspoon (6 g) kosher or fine sea salt
1 teaspoon (4 g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon (2.3 g) paprika
½ teaspoon (1.5 g) onion powder
½ teaspoon (1.5 g) garlic powder
¼ teaspoon (0.5 g) cayenne pepper
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl or sealable container.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Easy Beef Fajitas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 484 Calories from Fat 324
% Daily Value*
Fat 36g55%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Cholesterol 129mg43%
Sodium 124mg5%
Potassium 622mg18%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 32g64%
Vitamin A 1490IU30%
Vitamin C 62mg75%
Calcium 41mg4%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Easy Beef Fajitas Recipe

Disclaimer: All nutrition facts on Gluten Free & More are meant only as a guide and may differ depending on product brands used or ingredient substitutions. Some errors may occur, so you are encouraged to confirm the recipe’s ingredient and nutrition suitability for your own diet.
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Tags: Beef Fajitas Slow Cooker Stephanie O'Dea
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