Name: Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Recipe: Sizzling & Juicy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1½ lbs chicken strips; 3 bell peppers (sliced); 1 onion (sliced); 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fajita seasoning; Lime juice

Introduction

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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are the ultimate weeknight win: tender, spiced chicken strips with charred peppers and onions, all cooked together in the air fryer for that restaurant sizzle without the skillet mess. Bold fajita seasoning, minimal oil, maximum flavor—this is the hands-off dinner that tastes like takeout. Presented on a white ceramic platter with warm tortillas, lime wedges, and toppings, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, these Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas offer colorful strips and pure Tex-Mex joy that makes everyone build their perfect wrap.

Ingredients

For the Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas (serves 4–6): • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into ½-inch strips
• 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced into strips
• 1 large onion, sliced into strips
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fajita seasoning (store-bought or homemade: 1 tsp each chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder + ½ tsp oregano + salt/pepper)
• Juice of 1 lime

For Serving: • Flour or corn tortillas, warmed
• Lime wedges, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, cilantro

Step-by-Step Process

Prep the chicken & veggies
Slice chicken into even ½-inch strips. Slice the peppers and onion into a similar thickness.
Season
In a large bowl, toss chicken and veggies with olive oil, fajita seasoning, and lime juice until evenly coated.
Preheat the air fryer
Preheat to 380–400°F for 3–5 minutes.
Arrange
Spread mixture in a single layer in the air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd—cook in batches if needed).
Air fry
Cook 12–15 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway, until chicken is 165°F and veggies are charred at edges.
Rest
Let rest 2 minutes—juices redistribute.
Serve
Squeeze extra lime over. Serve with warm tortillas and toppings.

Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

• Even slices—cooks uniformly
• Don’t overcrowd—air circulation = char
• 380–400°F = sweet spot for sizzle without burning
• Thighs > breasts—stay juicier
• Homemade seasoning—controls salt/heat
• Double batch—leftovers amazing

Variations and Customization

• Shrimp Fajitas: shrimp + 8–10 minutes
• Steak: flank steak strips + same time
• Veggie Only: extra peppers, mushrooms, zucchini
• Spicy: add cayenne or jalapeño slices
• Sheet Pan Backup: 425°F oven 20–25 minutes
• Low-Carb: serve in lettuce wraps

Storage and Serving Tips

• Best fresh—peak char
• Reheat 375°F air fryer 3–5 minutes
• Fridge up to 4 days
• Freeze cooked mixture up to 3 months
• Quick refresh: air fry 2 minutes
• Serve with rice, beans, or salad

Nutritional Information

Based on 6 servings:
• Calories: 280 kcal
• Protein: 32g
• Total Fat: 12g (Saturated 2g)
• Carbohydrates: 12g (Fiber 3g)

FAQ

1. Are my veggies soggy?
Overcrowded or too much oil—single layer next time.

2. Can I use frozen chicken?
Thaw fully—frozen won’t cook evenly.

3. No air fryer?
Skillet medium-high 10–12 minutes, stirring.

4. Mild for kids?
Reduce seasoning + extra lime.

5. Best tortillas?
Warm flour for soft, corn for authentic.

Conclusion

These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are pure weeknight wizardry—sizzling, juicy strips with charred veggies that taste grilled but land on the table in under 20 minutes with barely any cleanup. One bite wrapped in a warm tortilla and suddenly dinner feels like a fiesta, leftovers feel like a gift, and everyone’s asking for fajita night again. Keep chicken and peppers stocked, and you’re always minutes away from the easiest, most flavorful Tex-Mex that makes ordinary evenings feel like celebrations.