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Delicious air fryer chicken fajitas with colorful peppers and onions.

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Enjoy delicious Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas with juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and warm spices, all ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into 1/2-inch strips Chicken thighs are juicier for reheating
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (fresh is best) Fresh lime juice brightens flavor
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil) Use for marinating
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • pinch of cayenne (optional for heat)

For the vegetables

  • 3 bell peppers (mix colors: red, yellow, green), sliced into strips
  • 1 large yellow or sweet onion, thinly sliced

For serving

  • Tortillas (flour or corn), warmed
  • Toppings: chopped cilantro, avocado or guacamole, salsa, sour cream or Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, lime wedges

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Pat the chicken strips dry with paper towels so the seasoning sticks well.
  • Slice peppers and onion into uniform strips (about 1/2-inch) so they cook evenly.
  • In a large bowl or resealable bag, combine olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using. Toss chicken strips in the marinade until evenly coated. Let sit for 10-30 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the fridge.

Cooking

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  • Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket; avoid stacking. Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through, until edges begin to brown and the internal temperature hits 165°F (74°C). Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • For peppers and onions, toss with a teaspoon of oil and a pinch of salt. Air-fry at 380°F for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until veggies are slightly charred at the edges but still crisp-tender.

Assembly

  • Return chicken to the basket with the veggies for 1-2 minutes to marry flavors, or toss everything together in the bowl with a squeeze of fresh lime and chopped cilantro.
  • Warm tortillas in the air fryer for 30-45 seconds (wrapped in foil) or on a hot skillet for a short time.

Serving

  • Pile chicken and peppers on warmed tortillas and top with avocado, salsa, sour cream, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For textures and heartiness, add charred corn kernels or black beans. If using chicken breasts, they cook slightly faster; avoid overcooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
Keyword Air Fryer, Chicken Fajitas, Healthy Cooking, Quick Meal, Weeknight Dinner
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