Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
A vibrant and flavourful dish made with juicy chicken, colourful bell peppers, and onions—all cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Quick, easy, and family-friendly, these fajitas are perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 18 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
Equipment
Air fryer
Large bowl
Cutting board
Knife
Tongs or spatula
- Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts cut into strips
- 2 –3 bell peppers any colour, sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet fajita or taco seasoning
Instructions
Prep Ingredients: Slice chicken, peppers, and onions.
Mix Together: Toss all ingredients in a large bowl with olive oil and fajita seasoning.
Preheat Air Fryer: Set air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
Cook: Add the mixture to the air fryer basket. Cook for 16–18 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Serve: Remove and serve hot in tortillas or over rice. Add toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer for 3–5 minutes at 360°F.
Variations: Swap chicken for tofu or beef, and serve with gluten-free or low-carb options like lettuce wraps.
Keyword Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas, Easy Fajita Recipe, Healthy Chicken Dinner, Low-Carb Mexican, Weeknight Air Fryer Meals