Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy flavorful, juicy chicken strips paired with vibrant bell peppers and onions. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic, these fajitas are cooked to perfection in the air fryer, delivering a slightly charred, smoky taste with less oil and fuss. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
Spices & Oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Additional Ingredients
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sliced avocado, sour cream, or salsa for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to heat up to ensure even cooking throughout.
- Prepare the chicken and vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken breasts, bell peppers, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle all the spices (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using). Toss everything thoroughly until well coated.
- Arrange in the air fryer basket: Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture evenly inside the air fryer basket, ensuring there is space for air circulation to cook everything evenly.
- Air fry the fajitas: Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and cooking. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are slightly charred for the best flavor.
- Add lime juice and toss: Once cooked, squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken and vegetables mixture and gently toss to combine and enhance the flavors.
- Warm the tortillas: Place the tortillas in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes to warm them up, making them pliable and ready for serving.
- Serve and garnish: Assemble the fajitas by spooning the chicken and vegetable mixture into the warm tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro and add any optional toppings such as sliced avocado, sour cream, or salsa to your preference.
Notes
- For added heat, include cayenne pepper as specified or serve with hot sauce.
- Use flour or corn tortillas according to dietary preferences or availability.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking and browning.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use corn tortillas and confirm all spice blends do not contain gluten.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer or microwave.
