Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Quick, colorful, and full of smoky spice, these Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas make weeknights feel festive and effortless. Ready in about 20 minutes, they're perfect for busy families or meal prep.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
Veggies
- 2 pieces bell peppers, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
Spices
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Oil & Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- small pieces flour tortillas or corn tortillas Use a gluten-free variety if necessary
Optional toppings
- avocado or guacamole
- salsa
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- sliced jalapeno
- cilantro
- thinly sliced romaine lettuce
- lime wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- Make the spice mix: In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, white sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder. In a pinch, you can use a packet of pre-made fajita seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 °F.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken, bell peppers, red onion, olive oil, and the spice mix, tossing until everything is evenly coated.
Cooking
- Transfer the mixture to the air fryer basket in an even layer to promote crisping.
- Air fry for 15 minutes, tossing halfway through cooking. Smaller air fryer baskets may need a couple more minutes.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F before serving.
Serving
- Spoon chicken and veggies into small tortillas and add desired toppings like avocado, salsa, and lime.
- Place any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat within 4 days.
Notes
Slice chicken and veggies uniformly for even cooking. Don't overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if needed for better crisping. Toss halfway through to brown both sides of the chicken and peppers. Use a meat thermometer to confirm 165 °F for safe, juicy chicken. Turn leftovers into a different meal; try recreating the flavors in a bowl like the bang bang chicken bowl for variety.