Air fryer chicken fajitas are a quick and healthy way to enjoy the classic Tex-Mex dish. With perfectly seasoned chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions, this dish is packed with flavor while being lower in fat compared to traditional fajita recipes that use a lot of oil. Using an air fryer makes the cooking process faster and ensures everything cooks evenly with a nice crisp finish. Serve them in warm tortillas, top with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Tortillas (flour or corn, as preferred)
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Chicken & Veggies: In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, bell peppers, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until well coated.
  2. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
  3. Cook the Fajitas: Place the seasoned chicken and veggies into the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure everything cooks evenly. The chicken should be fully cooked and the vegetables tender and slightly charred.
  4. Assemble the Fajitas: Warm the tortillas in a pan or microwave. Once cooked, place the chicken and veggie mixture in the center of each tortilla. Add your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
  5. Serve: Enjoy your air fryer chicken fajitas with a side of rice, beans, or just as they are!

Nutrition (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: 270-300 kcal
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Sodium: 250mg

Enjoy these flavorful, healthy fajitas!