Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas use boneless, skinless chicken breast sliced thin for quick cooking. Paired with red and green bell peppers and onions, all are tossed in olive oil and fajita seasoning. Cooking them in the air fryer crisps the vegetables' edges and seals in the chicken's juices. The mixture cooks evenly thanks to occasional shaking to prevent overcrowding.
These fajitas have a balance of savory and mildly spiced flavors from the seasoning packet, with tender vegetables offering freshness and bite. The flour tortillas provide a soft wrap to hold the juicy chicken and veggies, while toppings like salsa and guacamole allow personalization of flavor and texture.
Serve these fajitas hot for a Mexican-inspired meal that's approachable and adaptable. They pair well with Mexican rice or refried beans to make a fuller plate, or a fresh salad for something lighter. The dish can be made vegetarian by substituting the chicken with mushrooms or tofu, keeping the same seasoning and method.
Marinating the chicken and vegetables beforehand deepens their flavor and tenderizes the protein. Leftovers store well in the fridge and can be repurposed for wraps or salads, making this recipe practical for meal prepping or quick lunches.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless and skinless, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ounce fajita seasoning 1 packet
- 8 small flour tortillas
Optional Toppings
- salsa
- guacamole
- sour cream
- cheddar cheese shredded
- lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced chicken, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, and fajita seasoning. Mix everything together until the chicken and vegetables are fully coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Once heated, place the chicken and vegetable mixture in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You might need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for about 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Warm the tortillas as per package instructions. To assemble the fajitas, spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla, and top with your choice of toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinate chicken and vegetables in the seasoning and olive oil in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Lightly char tortillas on an open flame or dry skillet before serving to add warmth and softness.
- Adjust spice intensity by modifying fajita seasoning or adding diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Make a vegetarian version by replacing chicken with portobello mushrooms, tofu, or a plant-based alternative.
- Leftover fajita mixture can be stored in an airtight container and used for quick lunches, wraps, or salads.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 413 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 413kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1148mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 650mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1741IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 69mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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