Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Rest Time 2 mins
Total Time 27 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 200  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: All Seasons
Description

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are a vibrant, healthy, and ultra-convenient meal packed with bold Tex-Mex flavors. This easy, mess-free recipe delivers juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and caramelized onions in under 30 minutes — all cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Ideal for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing taco night!

Ingredients
    For the Fajita Filling:
  • 500 grams chicken breast, boneless, skinless, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1.5 tbsp 1.5 olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 of Juice lime
    • Optional Toppings & Serving:
  • 6 flour 6–8 or corn tortillas, warmed
  • Sour cream
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • Guacamole or sliced avocado
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges
Instructions
    Prepare the Ingredients
  1. 1
    Thinly slice chicken, bell peppers, and onion. Keep sizes even for uniform cooking.
    2. Season the Mixture
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine chicken and vegetables. Drizzle with oil and add all seasonings and lime juice. Mix until fully coated.
    3. Preheat the Air Fryer
  3. 3
    Preheat the air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for 3 minutes.
    4. Cook the Fajitas
  4. 4
    Add the seasoned mix to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 200°C for 13–15 minutes. Shake halfway through. Ensure chicken reaches 75°C (165°F) and veggies are lightly charred.
    5. Assemble & Serve
  5. 5
    Let rest for 2 minutes. Serve in warm tortillas and top with your favorite garnishes.
Note

Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Freeze marinated raw mix for up to 2 months. Thaw before cooking.

Variations: Use beef, shrimp, or tofu. Add mushrooms or zucchini. Use store-bought seasoning if short on time.

Keywords: air fryer chicken fajitas, healthy, easy, quick, weeknight dinner
Read it online: https://petitepanini.com/recipe/air-fryer-chicken-fajitas-recipe/