Best 2 Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Recipes

Air fryer chicken fajitas are a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. This dish is made with chicken, bell peppers, onions, and your favorite fajita seasoning. The chicken and vegetables are cooked in the air fryer until they are tender and flavorful. Then, they are served on a warm tortilla with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese. Air fryer chicken fajitas are a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER CHICKEN FAJITAS

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Chicken fajitas in the air fryer doesn't get any easier than this. The chicken stays nice and moist while the vegetables have a nice crisp to them. Add 2 minutes of cook time if you prefer softer veggies. I like to toast my tortillas in the air fryer as well but it is not necessary. Serve with toppings of your choice such as salsa, sliced avocado, and cheese.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 large onion, sliced into petals
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound chicken tenders, cut into strips
2 teaspoons fajita seasoning
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas, warmed

Steps:

Place bell pepper strips and onion petals in a large bowl. Drizzle 2 teaspoons of olive oil over the top and season with salt and pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
Place chicken strips in a separate bowl and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Drizzle with remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil and mix until evenly combined with your hands.
Preheat an air fryer to to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Add chicken to the basket and cook for 12 minutes, shaking halfway through cook time. Transfer to a plate to let rest while you cook the vegetables.
Add vegetable mixture to the basket of the air fryer and cook for 14 minutes, shaking halfway through cook time.
Divide chicken and vegetable mixture among tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 34.6 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 231.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

AIR FRYER CHICKEN FAJITAS FOR TWO

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Air fry your chicken fajitas for a quick and tasty south-of-the-border meal. The vegetables and chicken can cook at the same time, in only 10 minutes! Customize your fajitas with the toppings you love, such as: shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, cilantro, sliced tomatoes, or tomato salsa. Serve alone as a light lunch, or with Spanish rice and refried beans for a more substantial meal.

Provided by Bibi

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ancho chile powder, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ pound chicken breast tenderloins
½ medium green bell pepper, sliced into strips
½ medium onion, sliced into rings
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
½ lime
4 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (190 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
Combine cumin, smoked paprika, ancho chile powder, garlic powder, coriander, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Slice tenderloins lengthwise into 1/2-inch strips.
Combine bell pepper strips and onion slices in a large bowl. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then sprinkle 1/2 of the seasoning mixture over the vegetables. Toss until evenly coated. Place vegetables in the bottom of the air fryer basket.
Combine tenderloin strips and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl; toss to combine. Sprinkle remaining seasoning mixture on the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Place chicken strips on top of the vegetables in the air fryer basket.
Air fry until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Squeeze lime juice over all the ingredients. Serve on flour tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.7 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 532.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

For tender and flavorful chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and cilantro for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight) will help infuse it with flavor. Adding a tablespoon of cornstarch to the marinade will also help tenderize the chicken.
For perfectly cooked veggies: Cut the bell peppers and onions into uniform strips so that they cook evenly. Toss the veggies with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper before air frying. For softer veggies, cook them for 5-7 minutes; for crispier veggies, cook for 8-10 minutes.
For a smoky flavor: If you have a smoker box or a small cast iron skillet, you can add some wood chips or mesquite powder to the air fryer basket before cooking the chicken and veggies. This will give them a delicious smoky flavor.
For a healthier option: Use whole wheat tortillas instead of regular tortillas. You can also add more veggies to the fajitas, such as zucchini, mushrooms, or corn.

Conclusion:

Air fryer chicken fajitas are a quick, easy, and healthy meal that the whole family will love. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of prep work, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in under 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give air fryer chicken fajitas a try!