Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are juicy, smoky, and bursting with flavor. Tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions cook together in the air fryer for a quick and delicious meal that’s ready in about 25 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Fajitas

• 1½ lbs (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips
• 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Juice of 1 lime

For Serving

• 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
• Sour cream
• Guacamole
• Salsa or pico de gallo
• Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• Fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3–5 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bell peppers, and onion.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.
4. Add the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
5. Place the mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if needed.
6. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket or tossing the mixture halfway through cooking, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender with lightly charred edges.
7. Warm the tortillas during the last few minutes of cooking.
8. Fill each tortilla with the chicken and vegetable mixture, then add your favorite toppings.

Optional Add-Ins

• Sliced jalapeños
• Mushrooms
• Corn kernels
• Black beans
• Diced tomatoes
• Avocado slices
• Pickled onions

Serving Suggestions

• Mexican rice
• Cilantro-lime rice
• Refried beans
• Black bean salad
• Tortilla chips and salsa
• Street corn

Tips

• Slice the chicken and vegetables into similar-sized strips for even cooking.
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches if necessary.
• For extra smoky flavor, add an extra pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of chipotle powder.
• Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and are great in salads, rice bowls, quesadillas, or wraps.

These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are a colorful, flavorful meal that’s easy enough for busy weeknights and delicious enough to serve for family dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy!