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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Easy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

These air fryer chicken fajitas combine juicy seasoned chicken, sweet bell peppers and onion in one fast, colorful dinner with minimal cleanup.
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 315 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts 570 g, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 390°F / 199°C if your model recommends preheating.
  • Toss chicken, peppers and onion with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt and black pepper.
  • Arrange the mixture in the air fryer basket in an even layer; cook in batches if necessary.
  • Air fry for 12–16 minutes, shaking or tossing halfway through.
  • Check the thickest chicken pieces and continue cooking until they reach at least 165°F / 74°C.
  • Finish with fresh lime juice and serve immediately.

Notes

Cooking times can vary by equipment and ingredient size. Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands, and portion sizes.
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