air fryer meals
These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are a quick and flavorful meal that brings the taste of Mexican cuisine right to your kitchen. With tender chicken, bell peppers, and onions, this dish is not only delicious but also healthy and easy to prepare.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 cutting board
- 1 tongs
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- as needed units tortillas, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the bowl with the marinade. Toss until the chicken is well coated.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the bowl, and toss to combine.
- Transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture to the air fryer basket. Spread them out in an even layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes at 400°F (200°C). After 5 minutes, shake the basket to ensure even cooking.
- Once the cooking time is up, check that the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). If necessary, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the chicken and veggies in warm tortillas, and enjoy!
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, or salsa, to enhance the flavor.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, or salsa, to enhance the flavor.
You can also use pre-cooked chicken to save time; just reduce the cooking time accordingly.
Adjust the spice levels by adding more or less chili powder according to your preference.