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Air fryer chicken fajitas with seasoned chicken strips, red yellow green bell peppers, red onion, and warm flour tortillas

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Juicy, well-seasoned chicken strips with colorful bell peppers and onions cooked in the air fryer in under 20 minutes. Crispy edges, minimal cleanup, and packed with fajita flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs sliced into strips
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced thin
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper sliced thin
  • 1 medium green bell pepper sliced thin
  • 1 medium onion sliced into half rings
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
  2. Slice chicken, peppers, and onion into similar-width strips.
  3. Toss everything with olive oil and fajita seasoning until fully coated.
  4. Spread in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed.
  5. Air fry at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking basket halfway through.
  6. Check chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature before serving.
  7. Serve immediately in warm tortillas with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Always preheat the air fryer for best charring results.
  • Never overcrowd the basket - cook in batches for even browning.
  • Slice chicken and peppers to similar thickness for even cooking.
  • Reheat leftovers in air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes.