Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

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A quick and flavorful air fryer chicken fajitas recipe perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep. Juicy chicken paired with bright, charred vegetables makes for a crowd-pleasing dish in under 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2-3 cups bell peppers, sliced into strips (mixed colors) About 2-3 cups total
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil) Reduce to 1 tbsp for lower fat, or use a cooking spray.
1 packet fajita or taco seasoning (about 1-2 tbsp; adjust to taste) Homemade can be used instead.

Method

Preparation

Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into even 1/2-inch strips.
Slice the peppers and onion into similar-width strips.
In a large bowl, combine chicken strips, peppers, and onions. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the mixture.
Mix well to coat all ingredients evenly.
Cover the bowl or use a lid and shake or toss with tongs until everything is evenly coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for about 3 minutes.

Cooking

Place the chicken and vegetable mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer or a loose mound.
Cook for 16-18 minutes, shaking the basket at the halfway mark (around 8-9 minutes) to promote even browning.
Check the internal temperature of the chicken using an instant-read thermometer; it should read 165°F (74°C).

Serving

Let the fajita filling rest for 3-4 minutes before serving. Serve with warm tortillas or bowls and your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with seasoning and oil and let it rest in the fridge for 15-30 minutes.

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