Easy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas That Your Family Will Love!

This fresh and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas comes together in about 30 minutes and uses the magic of the air fryer for a easy weeknight meal that your family will love! Switch up the veggies and seasonings to suit your taste, or use it as a ‘clean out the fridge’ meal to get rid of leftovers and odds and ends. Let’s dive into a dish that’s all about flavor, ease, and making cooking fun and accessible!

Ingredient Breakdown

• Chicken Breast Strips
• Bell Peppers
• Onions
• Olive Oil
• Fajita Seasoning
• Tortillas

Let’s Get Cooking!

How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, toss the chicken breast strips with olive oil and fajita seasoning until they are well coated. You want every bite to be bursting with flavor!
3. Slice the bell peppers and onions. You can go for thin strips for that classic fajita bite!
4. Add the chicken, bell peppers, and onions to the air fryer basket. Make sure everything is spread out evenly for the best cooking!
5. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
6. Serve the chicken and vegetables in warm tortillas. Top with your favorite fixings like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa!

Are you smelling that yet? The aroma while it’s cooking is just heavenly, it’ll have everyone in the house asking, “What’s for dinner?”

My Go-To Recipe

I can’t express how much I love this Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas recipe! Seriously, it’s my go-to recipe when I need something quick, flavorful, and, let’s be honest, comforting at the end of a long day. I’m a real sucker for anything that can be made in 30 minutes or less and fills my kitchen with amazing smells. The best part is, you can throw in whatever veggies you have lying around, making it so versatile! It’s honestly a dish that I know my family will always love, even my picky eater!

Be sure to check out my Air Fryer Steak Bites, my Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloins, or my Air Fryer Orange Chicken! These are perfect pairs for your Mexican-inspired meal nights!

Why This Recipe Works

Quick & Easy

This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, like I mentioned! Seriously, you can have dinner on the table faster than you can scroll through TikTok.

Minimal Cleanup Required

With the air fryer doing all the magic, you won’t find yourself washing a ton of pots and pans. Just one bowl and the air fryer basket will give you a fabulous meal!

Budget-Friendly

Using everyday ingredients makes this dish light on the wallet. You can find everything at your local grocery store, and if you buy in bulk, you’re set for the whole week!

Customizable

You can really make this recipe your own. Swap in seasonal veggies, adjust the spice level, or even try different proteins. The world is your oyster, my friend!

Loaded with Tons of Flavor

With fajita seasoning, fresh veggies, and juicy chicken, every bite is bursting with flavor. It’s the kind of comfort food that just feels good to eat!

Serving and Storage

Serving Suggestions

I love serving these fajitas with some guacamole, a nice sprinkle of cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime on top. Top it off with some sour cream or your favorite salsa for that extra zing! You can also throw some black beans or rice on the side to make it a heartier meal.

Storage

Leftovers keep well in the fridge! Store the chicken and veggies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Just remember to keep the tortillas separate if you can!

Reheating Instructions

To reheat, I recommend popping everything back in the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 350°F (175°C) to restore some of that glorious texture. You can also throw them in the microwave if you’re in a hurry, but they’ll lose some of that crispy goodness!

Freezer-Friendly

Yes! You can freeze the cooked chicken fajitas for up to 3 months. Just thaw them overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Enjoy the ease and simplicity of these delicious Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas any night of the week! You’ll find that this quick and easy recipe is not just about great taste but about the connections we create through food and the joy it brings to our busy lives. Happy cooking! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

A fresh and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas recipe that comes together in about 30 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight meal that the whole family will love!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast strips Can substitute with whole chicken breasts or boneless, skinless thighs.
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil Use extra virgin olive oil for better taste.
• 1 tablespoon Fajita seasoning Homemade or store-bought.
• 1 each Bell pepper (red, green, and yellow) Use any variety or combination.
• 1 each Onion (yellow is preferred) Can substitute with white or red onions.
• 8 each Tortillas (flour or corn) Use whatever tortillas you prefer.

Method

 

Cooking Steps

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, toss the chicken breast strips with olive oil and fajita seasoning until they are well coated.
3. Slice the bell peppers and onions into thin strips.
4. Add the chicken, bell peppers, and onions to the air fryer basket, ensuring they are spread out evenly.
5. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. Serve the chicken and vegetables in warm tortillas, topping with your favorite fixings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Notes

You can customize the fajitas by using different vegetables or proteins. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days—reheat in the air fryer for best texture. Cooked fajitas can also be frozen for up to 3 months.