Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Quick and easy air fryer chicken fajitas with juicy chicken, charred peppers, and onions ready in just 25 minutes. Minimal cleanup and maximum flavor for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning salt-free blend
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1/2 green bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1/2 red onion sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Slice chicken breasts into thin, even strips about half an inch thick.
- Cut all three bell peppers and red onion into strips, keeping pieces roughly the same size.
- In a large bowl, combine avocado oil, fajita seasoning, and salt. Add chicken and all vegetables. Mix thoroughly with hands until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread chicken and vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd. Cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 11 minutes.
- Pull out the basket and shake or flip everything with tongs to ensure even cooking and charring.
- Return to air fryer and cook for another 11 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F internally and vegetables are tender with charred edges.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately with warm tortillas and desired toppings.
Notes
Seasoning tip: Using salt-free fajita seasoning gives you better control over saltiness. Store-bought blends vary widely in salt content.
Air fryer variations: Cooking times may vary by model. Check at 9 minutes if your air fryer runs hot. Chicken should reach 165°F internally.
Don't overcrowd: Cook in batches if needed to ensure proper air circulation. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of crisping.
Chicken thickness: Thin strips (half inch) cook faster and stay juicier. Thicker pieces need extra cooking time.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for best results, or microwave for 90 seconds.
Freezer friendly: Freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Variations: Swap chicken for boneless thighs for juicier results, or use thinly sliced flank steak. Add mushrooms, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes. For shrimp fajitas, reduce cooking time to 8-10 minutes total.Claude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.
Air fryer variations: Cooking times may vary by model. Check at 9 minutes if your air fryer runs hot. Chicken should reach 165°F internally.
Don't overcrowd: Cook in batches if needed to ensure proper air circulation. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of crisping.
Chicken thickness: Thin strips (half inch) cook faster and stay juicier. Thicker pieces need extra cooking time.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for best results, or microwave for 90 seconds.
Freezer friendly: Freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Variations: Swap chicken for boneless thighs for juicier results, or use thinly sliced flank steak. Add mushrooms, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes. For shrimp fajitas, reduce cooking time to 8-10 minutes total.Claude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.