Chicken fajitas can be prepared in just 15 minutes using an air fryer. This recipe is ideal for a quick dinner as it requires minimal preparation and uses only one kitchen appliance.
To prepare, you need to mix sliced chicken, peppers, and onions with olive oil and a spice blend, then cook them in the air fryer. After 15 minutes, the dish is ready to serve in warm tortillas.
Simple Air Fryer Chicken Fajita Recipe
Ingredients
Necessary ingredients include boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into thin strips; red, yellow, and green bell peppers, sliced into strips; onion, sliced into strips; olive oil; salt; garlic powder; ginger powder; chili flakes; smoked paprika; fajita seasoning; and warm tortillas for serving.
Cooking Instructions
First, place the sliced chicken, peppers, and onions in the air fryer basket. Then, sprinkle them with salt, garlic powder, ginger powder, chili flakes, smoked paprika, and fajita seasoning. Next, drizzle everything with olive oil and toss until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated.
Cook in the air fryer at 200°C for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Before serving, ensure the chicken is fully cooked. Cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer model and the thickness of the chicken slices. The finished dish should be served immediately in warm tortillas.
Can I use other types of peppers?
Certainly. Although the combination of red, yellow, and green peppers gives the dish a vibrant color, you can use any peppers you have available. Red and yellow peppers usually lend a bit more sweetness to the dish, while green peppers have a stronger, slightly spicy flavor. You can also use just one or two types of peppers instead of buying three different kinds specifically for this recipe; it is not necessary to use all three, use what you have.
What to serve chicken fajitas with?
Warm tortillas are all you need to turn the cooked chicken and vegetables into fajitas. For a heartier meal, you can add toppings such as sliced avocado, salsa, grated cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. Lemon juice also pairs well with smoky spices. If desired, the filling can be served over rice or added to a salad if there are leftovers. To make the dish more complete, it is recommended to garnish the fajitas with avocado, cheese, or salsa.
A few points to check before serving
Do not rely solely on the 15-minute cooking time, as air fryers vary, and the size of the chicken pieces matters. The chicken must be fully cooked before serving. If you are unsure, check the thickest piece with a meat thermometer rather than cutting into the meat. It should also be noted that an overly full basket may require extra cooking time. If the vegetables are done but the chicken needs more time, simply continue cooking until the chicken is done. Nevertheless, for a weekday dinner, this process is maximally simple: slice, season, air fry, and serve.