Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
184 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas gather chicken breast strips, bell peppers, and onions tossed in olive oil and a substantial amount of fajita seasoning. After coating evenly, the mixture cooks in the air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for around 15 minutes, shaken once halfway through for even browning. The air fryer provides a fast way to develop a slightly charred, smoky flavor and tender vegetables without the need for pan-frying.
The chicken should be cut into evenly sized strips to ensure uniform cooking, while peppers and onions are sliced thick enough to avoid burning. Avoiding overcrowding in the air fryer basket ensures good air circulation for crisp edges. A squeeze of lime added after cooking can add a fresh contrast to the spicy seasoning.
This filling is intended for fajita wraps or tacos and can be complemented by toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa. Since nutritional information excludes toppings, consider that when planning portions and sides.
Use caution with seasoning quantities and thickness of vegetable slices to balance flavors and texture. The recipe suits a quick weekday dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 400 g chicken breast
- 3 bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoon fajita seasoning
Instructions
- Put 3 Bell peppers, 1 Onion and 400 g Chicken breast into a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle over 1 tablespoon Olive oil and add 4 tablespoon Fajita seasoning. Mix well so that everything is coated.
- Put the chicken and vegetables into your air fryer.
- Cook at 200°C/400°F for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Notes
- Cut chicken strips evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Slice bell peppers and onions thick enough to prevent burning during air frying.
- Apply fajita seasoning generously and mix thoroughly to infuse flavor throughout.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air flow and crisping.
- Add fresh lime juice after cooking to enhance brightness and freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 325mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 599mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 3063IU | 61% |
| Vitamin C | 119mg | 132% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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