Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas combine juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and onions, all seasoned to perfection with bold spices. Made in the air fryer, they’re a healthier, time-saving alternative to traditional fajitas, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 small flour or corn tortillas
Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice the chicken, bell peppers, and onion into thin strips.
- Mix the seasonings: In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the chicken and veggies: In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced chicken, bell peppers, and onions with olive oil. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the top and toss again to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook the chicken fajitas: Place the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Check for doneness: Ensure the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the veggies are tender and slightly charred.
- Warm the tortillas: While the chicken fajitas cook, warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds, or heat them in a dry skillet over low heat for a few seconds.
- Assemble the fajitas: Serve the chicken and veggie mixture in the warm tortillas, and top with your favorite optional toppings.
- Serve and enjoy: Gather your family around the table and enjoy these tasty, flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas!
Notes
Add some heat: For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili flakes to the chicken and veggie mix.
Make it vegetarian: Swap the chicken for black beans or tofu for a delicious vegetarian option.
Change up the veggies: Feel free to add or swap other veggies like zucchini, mushrooms, or corn.
Cheese lovers: Add some shredded cheese to the fajitas before serving or melt it on top during the last minute of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 300 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg