Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are a quick and delicious way to bring restaurant-quality flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. By using the air fryer, you get perfectly seasoned chicken and tender-crisp vegetables in a fraction of the time it takes to use traditional methods.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

You will love this recipe because it is incredibly convenient for busy weeknights, as the air fryer does all the heavy lifting while you handle a few minutes of prep. This dish is packed with vibrant flavors and uses simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. Plus, cleanup is a breeze since the air fryer basket is typically dishwasher-friendly and you don’t have to deal with messy sheet pans or stovetop splatter.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1/2 yellow onion, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Olive oil for drizzling

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix with a small fork to create your custom fajita seasoning.
2. Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers, along with the onion, into even pieces.
3. Place the chicken strips, sliced onions, and bell peppers into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Add the prepared seasoning and toss again until every piece is evenly coated.
4. Transfer the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture into the air fryer basket.
5. Cook at 350F for 16 to 20 minutes. It is important to remove the basket and toss the ingredients halfway through the cooking time (at about the 9-minute mark) to ensure even browning.
6. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove from the air fryer and serve immediately in warm tortillas with your favorite garnishes.

Expert Tips

• Uniform Cutting: Try to cut your chicken strips and vegetables into similar sizes so they all finish cooking at the same time.
• Avoid Overcrowding: While some overlap is fine, avoid double-layering the ingredients excessively so the hot air can circulate and brown the chicken properly.
• Prep Ahead: You can slice your vegetables and chicken up to 3 days in advance and store them in the fridge to save time on busy nights.
• Finish with Citrus: If you want to add a squeeze of fresh lime juice, wait until after the fajitas are finished cooking to maintain the brightest flavor.
• Seasoning Shortcut: If you are short on time, you can substitute the individual spices with a pre-made fajita seasoning packet.

Variations & Substitutions

If you do not have chicken breasts on hand, chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins make excellent substitutes. Note that chicken thighs may require a few extra minutes of cooking time due to their higher fat content. For the vegetables, feel free to use any color of bell pepper you prefer; keep in mind that red and yellow peppers are generally sweeter than green ones. You can also swap the yellow onion for a red onion for a slightly different flavor profile.

Serving Suggestions

These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are traditionally served in warm flour or corn tortillas. To take the meal to the next level, top them with fresh guacamole, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or a homemade pico de gallo. If you want to skip the tortillas, these ingredients work perfectly as a base for a high-protein rice bowl or served over a bed of crisp greens for a fajita salad.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating

To store leftovers, allow the fajitas to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. They will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When you are ready to eat, the best way to maintain the texture is to reheat them in the air fryer at 350F for about 5 minutes or until warmed through. Freezing is also an option; store the cooked mixture in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition Information

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are a quick and delicious way to bring restaurant-quality flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. By using the air fryer, you get perfectly seasoned chicken and tender-crisp vegetables in a fraction of the time it takes to use traditional methods.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 407

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into strips
• 1 red bell pepper cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 green bell pepper cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1/2 yellow onion cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Olive oil for drizzling

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Mixing Bowl

Method

 

1. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix with a small fork to create your custom fajita seasoning.
   2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2. Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers, along with the onion, into even pieces.
   1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, 1/2 yellow onion
3. Place the chicken strips, sliced onions, and bell peppers into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Add the prepared seasoning and toss again until every piece is evenly coated.
   2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper, 1/2 yellow onion, Olive oil
4. Transfer the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture into the air fryer basket.
5. Cook at 350F for 16 to 20 minutes. It is important to remove the basket and toss the ingredients halfway through the cooking time (at about the 9-minute mark) to ensure even browning.
6. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove from the air fryer and serve immediately in warm tortillas with your favorite garnishes.

Notes

Try to cut your chicken strips and vegetables into similar sizes so they all finish cooking at the same time. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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