Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy tender chicken breast and colorful bell peppers seasoned with a zesty blend of spices. Using the air fryer ensures a juicy, perfectly cooked meal with minimal oil and cleanup, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option. Serve with warm flour tortillas, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges for a complete and vibrant Tex-Mex experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
Seasoning and Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
To Serve
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breast with the sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the sliced onion, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare the Seasoning Mixture: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Marinate the Chicken and Vegetables: Pour the prepared seasoning mixture over the chicken and vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the flavorful marinade.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 3 minutes to reach the optimal cooking temperature.
- Arrange the Mixture in Air Fryer Basket: Place the marinated chicken and vegetables evenly in the air fryer basket. Depending on your air fryer’s size, you may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding for best results.
- Cook Until Tender and Juicy: Air fry the chicken fajitas for 15-18 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to promote even cooking and browning. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken fajitas cook, warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or microwave them briefly to soften for serving.
- Serve and Garnish: Spoon the cooked chicken fajita mixture into the warm tortillas. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side to add brightness to the dish.
Notes
- If you prefer spicier fajitas, increase the cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Ensure the chicken pieces are sliced thinly to ensure even and quick cooking in the air fryer.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to allow proper air circulation.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas.
- Leftover fajitas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
