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15 minute air fryer chicken fajitas

15 Minute Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas for Quick Joyful Dinners


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 15-17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Quick and easy chicken fajitas made in an air fryer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, fajita seasoning, and salt.
  3. Toss the mixture until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Place the mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Check that the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  7. Warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  8. Serve the chicken and vegetables in tortillas with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or beef.
  • Adjust the seasoning for different flavor profiles.
  • For a smoky flavor, add smoked paprika.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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