Description
A fast and healthy version of classic chicken fajitas using the air fryer to achieve a perfect char on the vegetables and juicy, seasoned chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 3 bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into strips
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the chicken, bell peppers, and onions into uniform strips about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken and vegetables with olive oil and all the spices. Toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary).
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even browning.
- Cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables have charred edges.
- Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American