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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

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Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken with tender-crisp peppers and onions—these air fryer chicken fajitas are fast, flavorful, and weeknight-easy. Everything cooks together in under 15 minutes, with minimal cleanup and maximum sizzle.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

2 bell peppers (any colors), thinly sliced

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

1 1/2 tbsp olive oil

Fajita Seasoning:

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Optional for serving: warm tortillas, lime wedges, cilantro, sour cream, salsa

Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.

Season chicken, peppers, and onions in a large bowl with olive oil and all spices. Toss until evenly coated.

Cook in the air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if needed).

Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking or tossing halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F and veggies are tender with lightly charred edges.

Serve hot in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Cooking Tips

  • Slice evenly so everything cooks at the same pace.

  • Don’t overcrowd the basket—airflow = better char.

  • Add lime right after cooking for a fresh pop of flavor.

  • Extra sizzle: Finish with 1–2 minutes at 400°F.


Variations

 

  • Spicy: Add cayenne or sliced jalapeños.

  • Steak Fajitas: Swap chicken for flank steak; cook 8–10 minutes.

  • Low-Carb Bowl: Skip tortillas and serve over cauliflower rice.

  • Smoky: Add ½ tsp chipotle powder or smoked paprika.

  • Sheet-Pan Backup: Roast at 425°F for 18–22 minutes if air fryer space is tight.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
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