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    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Published: Apr 13, 2022 · Modified: Oct 19, 2022 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Air fryer chicken fajitas recipe! This chicken fajitas in air fryer is packed full of Mexican flavors, tender, and delicious. It is easy, and quick to make with less than 20 minutes of cooking time. Let me show you how to make air fryer fajitas.

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    What Is Fajitas

    Fajitas are marinated strips of meat, peppers, and onions that are grilled, air fried, or broiled and commonly served on flour tortillas. It's a Tex Mex dish that can be made with beef steak or chicken.

    Chicken fajita is high in protein, nutritious, and low in carbs. It is suitable for a low-carb diet without tortillas.

    Meat, colored peppers, onion, oil, and seasoning are mixed together, marinated, and cooked in air fryer to make air fryer fajitas.

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Recipe (Chicken Fajitas In Air Fryer)

    This air fryer chicken fajita recipe is the best. It's easy, and simple to make.

    Cooking chicken fajita in air fryer requires minimal preparation, and the air fryer clean-up is easy.

    This recipe is healthy, packed full of protein, and is low carb and keto compliant.
    It is also low in calories with a serving being just about calories.

    Only a few ingredients are used to make this recipe- in fact, just 5 simple ingredients chicken, colored Bell peppers, onion, seasoning, and oil to make the best air fried chicken fajitas.

    Clean up is easy as you mix all the ingredients in one bowl, the air fryer is easy to clean and has no splatter of oil unlike pan frying.

    Cooking chicken fajita in the air fryer is quicker faster than making it in the oven so you save time in the kitchen.

    When you want a quick, healthy meal that can be on the table in minutes, then think of this air fryer fajitas.

    Let me show you how to make it in easy steps.

    Related: Air fryer chicken and vegetables.

    served on a white plate and also shown in air fryer basket.

    Seasoning For Air Fryer Fajitas

    I used homemade chicken fajita seasoning for this air fryer fajitas recipe. The spices in the seasoning are paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion granules, cayenne pepper, and sugar. You can make the seasoning and store it to use anytime you want to make fajitas. You can also use store bought one if you don't want to make yours at home. If you go for storebought, use a trusted brand.

    Seasoning chicken for fajita before cooking it in the air fryer is quick and simple. Just add the seasoning to the chicken and vegetables, with some oil and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix together till all are evenly coated. You can then cover the bowl and put it in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes up to 6 hours.

    When ready to cook it, bring it out and let it get to room temperature.

    Ingredients

    The detailed ingredient list, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs

    Red bell pepper

    Green bell pepper

    Yellow bell pepper

    Onion

    Fajita seasoning

    Olive oil

    Lemon juice (optional)

    Salt

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    How To Cook Chicken Fajitas In Air Fryer

    Pat the chicken breast dry and slice them into bite-size strips.

    Slice the bell peppers and onions.

    Add the sliced peppers, sliced chicken pieces, fajita seasoning, salt, and oil into a bowl. Mix everything together till all are evenly coated in the seasoning.

    all ingredients in a bowl.

    If you have the time, marinate the chicken in the fridge for 30 minutes up to 6 hours. If not, move to the below step immediately after seasoning.

    all ingredients mixed and displayed in a bowl.

    Pour and spread them out in the air fryer basket, rack, or tray. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.

    Air fry at a temperature of 390F/190C for 12 -15minutes or until tender and cooked.

    Shake the basket halfway into the cooking so it's evenly cooked.

    arranged in the air fryer basket.

    When cooked, bring out the chicken fajita and serve.

    How Long To Cook Chicken Fajitas In Air Fryer

    This depends on how thick or thin the chicken strips are cut into, the quantity being cooked, the type of air fryer, and at what temperature it's cooked.

    How long to cook chicken fajitas in air fryer is between 12-15 minutes at a temperature of 390F/190C.

    If cooking from frozen, it will take longer so add an additional 4-6 minutes.

    Air fryers vary by brand, model, size, and wattage so you might have to adjust the cooking time. Check after 10 minutes and if it requires more cooking time, then add accordingly.

    To know if the chicken is cooked, check with an instant thermometer. If the temperature is at least 165F/75C, then it's cooked.

    cooked air fryer chicken fajitas displayed in air fryer basket.

    What To Serve With Air Fryer Fajitas

    Here are some foods that can be served with fajitas:

    Mexican Rice

    Guamacole

    Salads

    Roasted potatoes

    Tomato cucumber salad

    Bean dip

    Refried beans

    Grilled corn

    Salsa

    How To Store

    Leave the chicken fajitas to cool before packing them in an airtight container, Ziploc bag or sealable container then store them in the fridge where they'll be preserved for up to 3 days.

    In the freezer- Put in an airtight container, label, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Chicken fajitas can be reheated in the air fryer, microwave, stovetop, or oven.

    How to reheat it in the air fryer: Pour it into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Set the air fryer to 180C/ 360F and air fry fajitas for 4 minutes or till it's warmed through. If not warmed through after this time, add an additional time of 1-2 minutes.

    air fried chicken fajitas on a white plate.

    Tips For Making Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    • Pat chicken and veggies dry with paper towels before adding the seasoning.
    • Slice the chicken and vegetables into similar sizes.
    • Be generous with the seasoning.
    • You can add more cayenne to the seasoning if not spicy enough for you.
    • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. If the doesn't fit, make it in batches.
    • Air fryer differ by brand, type, model, and sizes so you might need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
    displayed in the air fryer basket and on a white plate.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make chicken fajitas in air fryer?

    Absolutely! As I've shown you in this post, it is easy and quick to make fajitas in air fryer.

    How long should you cook thin chicken breast in the air fryer?

    Thin chicken breast strips cooking time is between 8-12 minutes depending on the size.

    Can I use taco seasoning to make Fajitas?

    Yes, you can. Fajita seasoning and taco seasoning are similar as they use similar spices in making them.

    What makes a fajita fajita?

    What cut of meat is chicken fajita?

    Chicken breast is most commonly used. You can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs.

    Why are chicken fajitas healthy?

    For one, they make use of chicken breast which is white meat and low in fat, chicken is high in protein, low in carbs and calories.

    Tools Used In Making This Recipe

    Mixing bowl
    Knife
    Measuring spoons
    Chopping board
    Air fryer
    Tong
    Spatula

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    cooked air fryer chicken fajitas displayed in air fryer basket.

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Kemi
    Air fryer chicken fajitas recipe! This chicken fajitas in air fryer are packed full of Mexican flavors, tender, and delicious. It is easy, and quick to make with less than 20 minutes of cooking time. Let me show you how to make air fryer fajitas.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Total Time 22 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, British, Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 223 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air fryer
    • Mixing bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 500 g (1.1lb) Chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs
    • 1 medium Red bell pepper
    • 1 medium Green bell pepper
    • 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
    • 1 medium Onion
    • 1.5-2 tablespoon Fajita seasoning Or 1.5 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp sugar, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion granules, ¼ tsp paprika, ¼ tsp cayenne.
    • Salt to taste
    • 1.5 tablespoon Olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice optional

    Instructions
     

    • Pat the chicken breast dry and slice them into bite-size pieces.
      Slice the bell peppers and onions.
    • Add the sliced peppers, sliced chicken pieces, fajita seasoning, salt, lemon juice, and oil into a bowl. Mix everything together till all are evenly coated in the seasoning.
      If you have the time, marinate the chicken in the fridge for 30 minutes up to 6 hours. If not, move to the below step immediately after seasoning.
    • Pour and spread them out in the air fryer basket, rack, or tray.
      Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket.
    • Air fry at a temperature of 390F/190C for 12-15 minutes or until tender and cooked.
      Shake the basket halfway into the cooking so it's evenly cooked.
    • When cooked, bring out the chicken fajita and serve.

    Notes

    • Pat chicken and veggies dry with paper towels before adding the seasoning.
    • Slice the chicken and vegetables into similar sizes.
    • Be generous with the seasoning.
    • You can add more cayenne to the seasoning if you want it spicy.
    • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. If the doesn't fit, make it in batches.
    • Air fryer differ by brand, type, model, and sizes so you might need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
    How long to cook chicken fajitas in air fryer is between 12-15 minutes at a temperature of 390F/190C.
    If cooking from frozen, it will take longer so add an additional 3-5 minutes.
    Air fryers vary by brand, model, size, and wattage so you might have to adjust the cooking time. Check after 10 minutes and if it requires more cooking time, then add accordingly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 149mgPotassium: 686mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1140IUVitamin C: 122mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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