These chicken fajitas are seasoned with homemade fajita seasoning and cooked in an air fryer for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's always a family favorite. In this post, I'll provide step-by-step instructions and tips to help you make these delicious fajitas perfectly every time!
There are loads of ways to make fajitas at home. From skillet fajitas to sheet pan fajitas, grilled fajitas, and more. But one of my favorite ways to make them is in the air fryer. They're ready in just 30 minutes and clean up is quick and easy.
These chicken fajitas in the air fryer come out perfectly cooked and flavorful, with moist, juicy chicken and tender, charred veggies. Just add your favorite toppings, and you'll have restaurant quality fajitas right at home!
Ingredient Notes
- Chicken - Cut the chicken into thin strips around ¼ inch thick. Try to keep them similar in size so they will cook evenly.
- Fajita Seasoning - I make a simple homemade fajita seasoning from common pantry seasonings. It makes around ⅓ or a cup, enough for two batches of these fajitas. Store-bought fajita seasoning will also work.
- Peppers and Onions - Thin-sliced peppers and onions get sweet and caramelized in the air fryer, adding flavor and color to the dish.
- Olive Oil - Combining the seasoning and oil helps coat the chicken evenly and keeps it moist and juicy. I use olive oil, but you can use your favorite cooking oil.
See the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the complete list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make Air Fryer Fajitas
- Make the Seasoning - Add all of the seasoning ingredients to a small bowl and stir to combine.
- Season the Chicken - Add the chicken strips to a large plastic bag, then add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the fajita seasoning and toss until the chicken is well coated.
- Cook the Chicken - Heat your air fryer to 390℉. Then add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 7 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes until cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
- Cook the Veggies - Toss the peppers and onions with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, add them to the air fryer, and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring them occasionally.
- Combine and Serve - Add the chicken back to the air fryer and cook with the veggies for another 30-45 seconds to reheat the chicken, then serve.
Expert Tips
- Preheat the air fryer for a few minutes before cooking the meat.
- You can cook the chicken and veggies together if you prefer, but I cook them separately to ensure each ingredient is done to my liking.
- Cook the chicken in a single layer with a little space between the pieces. You can fill the basket more with the veggies. Be sure to stir them around occasionally so the ones on top don't burn.
- To check for doneness, cut a piece of chicken and ensure it's cooked through. You can also take the temp with a digital thermometer and ensure it's cooked to 165°F, but getting a good reading on the thin strips is difficult.
- You can make these fajitas with steak or shrimp too. Just adjust the cooking time.
What to Serve with Fajitas
These air fryer fajitas are perfect with tortillas and your favorite toppings, like shredded lettuce, cheese, and diced tomatoes. They're also excellent over a salad or a rice bowl.
A batch of homemade guacamole is a must for topping them off, and a side of my Instant Pot Spanish rice is a great side dish. And don't forget the blood orange margaritas to wash them down!
Storage and Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 minutes. Smaller portions can be reheated in the microwave.
More Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Ingredients
Fajita Seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Fajitas
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
- 2 medium bell peppers
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Add all of the seasoning ingredients to a small bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the chicken strips to a large plastic bag, then add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the fajita seasoning and toss until the chicken is well coated.
- Heat your air fryer to 390℉. Then add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 7 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes or until cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
- Toss the peppers and onions with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, add them to the air fryer, and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring them occasionally.
- Add the chicken back to the air fryer and cook with the veggies for another 30-45 seconds to reheat the chicken, then serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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