Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

For the Fajitas:

• 1 bell pepper (sliced; any color)
• 1 onion (sliced)
• Tortillas (flour or corn)
• Toppings: avocado, sour cream, salsa, cilantro, cheese, lime wedges

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
   • Add the sliced chicken to the marinade, tossing to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
   • In a separate bowl, toss the sliced bell pepper and onion with a little olive oil and salt.
3. Preheat the Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
4. Air Fry the Chicken:
   • Place the marinated chicken strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches).
   • Air fry for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
5. Add the Vegetables:
   • After 10 minutes, add the sliced bell pepper and onion to the basket with the chicken.
   • Air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
6. Warm the Tortillas:
   • While the chicken and vegetables are cooking, warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
7. Serve:
   • Remove the chicken and vegetables from the air fryer. Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings: avocado, sour cream, salsa, cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Tips:

• You can customize the veggies by adding zucchini or mushrooms if desired.
• For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas before serving.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.

Enjoy your delicious air fryer chicken fajitas!