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    Home » Air fryer » Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Published: Nov 10, 2021 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

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    If you love chicken and peppers then you will love this easy and flavourful air fryer chicken fajitas recipe. This recipe features 5 ingredients: chicken, bell peppers, onions, olive oil, and delicious homemade fajita seasoning.

    This is a simple and flavorful Cosori air fryer recipe with a Tex Mex flair.  Serve with tortillas, rice or eat it as it is for a low-carb dinner.

    Chicken fajitas are the perfect dish for a busy weeknight and on special occasions because why not, the flavors are amazing! This easy air fryer recipe makes enough for four people, but it is easy to double the recipe as it is great for feeding a crowd.

    What makes chicken fajitas in the air fryer great

    • This is an absolutely delicious and flavorful recipe. The chicken is tender and juicy on the inside and a tad crispy on the outside, and the peppers and onions are cooked to perfection. The seasoning is perfect and you can adjust the heat to your preference.
    • Easy and quick to make, about 20 minutes or less if prepped ahead of time. You can slice the chicken and peppers ahead and mix it all together with fajita seasoning and the rest of the ingredients just before air frying.
    • You only need one bowl to mix the ingredients so cleaning up is easy.
    • Air fryer chicken fajitas is low carb, gluten-free, great for meal prepping and keto-friendly

    Tools you'll need

    Air fryer: I use COSORI XL 5.5L but any other brand and sizes would work for this recipe

    Sharp knife for all the cutting and slicing

    Chopping board

    A large mixing bowl

    Measuring spoons

    Ingredients

    Boneless skinless chicken: I used a combination of chicken breast and chicken thighs for the taste of both worlds.

    Bell peppers: I used a combination of green, red, yellow, and orange bell peppers

    Fajita seasoning: I have the best homemade fajita seasoning recipe you can whip up in under 2 minutes, do check it out.

    Onions: I used red onions but you can use white onions too

    Olive oil

    Salt and black pepper to taste

    How to make air fryer chicken fajitas

    First,  you prep the veggies and chicken: wash the bell pepper, pat them dry then slice the peppers into thick strips (10mm thick) and onions into about 5mm thickness. Slice the chicken into thin strips (½ inch thick)

    Add the sliced bell pepper, onions, and chicken strips into a large bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, fajita seasoning, add olive oil, and mix well to combine. If you don't mind handling raw chicken, you may combine it with your hands to save time and avoid mess.

    Preheat the air fryer at 190C/3885F for 5 minutes, add the chicken and peppers to the air fryer basket, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes stirring it every 10 minutes or so.

    Remove the air fryer basket once the chicken is fully cooked, squeeze fresh lime or lemon juice and sprinkle some chopped cilantro on it. Serve immediately with tortilla or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.

    What sides to serve with chicken fajitas

    I usually serve this easy air fryer recipe with tortillas, but you can also go healthy and eat it as it is. You are free to choose any low-carb or no-carb side dish for this meal. If you are watching your calories then cauliflower rice would be a great option. Here are other great sides to serve along with this Mexican recipe

    Mexican rice (made in the instant pot)

    Cucumber salad

    Salsa (this is made in the blender and it takes about 5 minutes to make)

    Instant pot rice and beans

    Homemade oven chips or air fryer french fries

    Corn on the cob

    Pico de Gallo

    How to store air fryer chicken fajitas

    Fridge: Cool the chicken fajitas completely, store in an airtight container, and store in the fridge for 3 -5 days

    Freezer: You can freeze this for up to 3 months in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating it.

    To reheat: Reheat either in the air fryer or in the microwave until hot to your liking before serving.

    Tips

    If you want to skip the tortillas and rice, serve this over cauliflower rice or with a side salad for a lower-carb dinner! You can also add your choice of toppings such as salsa, sour cream, cilantro, queso fresco, avocado, etc. Just make it your own and enjoy a delicious and flavorful dinner.

    This recipe is made to feed about 4 people (2 tortilla wraps per person), you may halve the amount if you wish. You may not need to reduce the number of bell peppers and onion in this dish unless you are not a fan.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Ajoke
    If you love chicken and peppers then you will love this easy and flavourful air fryer chicken fajita recipe. This recipe features 5 ingredients chicken, bell peppers, onions, cooking oil, and delicious homemade fajita seasoning.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 353 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lb Boneless skinless chickens cut into thin strips I used a combination of chicken breast and chicken thighs for the taste of both worlds.
    • 4 large Bell peppers cut into strips (10mm thick)
    • 1 ½ Tablespoons Fajita seasoning
    • 1 medium onion sliced
    • 1 ½ Tablespoons olive oil
    • Salt and black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Add the sliced bell peppers, onions, and chicken strips into a large bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, fajita seasoning, add olive oil, and mix well to combine.
    • Preheat the air fryer at 190C/385F for 5 minutes, add the chicken and peppers to the air fryer basket, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes stirring it every 10 minutes or so.
    • Once the chicken and peppers are fully cooked, squeeze fresh lime or lemon juice and sprinkle some chopped cilantro on it (if desired). Serve immediately with tortilla or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.

    Notes

    • You'll know that chicken is fully cooked if you cut one open and the inside is white and opaque, with no pink or evidence of blood
    • Cut the chicken into similar sizes so that they cook evenly. 
    • Do not cut the peppers too thin as it may burn since it cooks faster than the chicken.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 50gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 1130mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3794IUVitamin C: 157mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.

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