Easy and Flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Make these flavorful and healthy chicken fajitas in your air fryer for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Tender chicken strips marinated in a zesty blend of spices, cooked to perfection in the air fryer along with bell peppers and onions. Serve it in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings for a satisfying Mexican-inspired dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced (any color)
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 small tortillas
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro

Directions

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
4. Place the marinated chicken strips, bell peppers, and onions in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are in a single layer and not overcrowded.
5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or in the microwave.
7. Serve the cooked chicken and vegetables in the warm tortillas. Top with desired toppings.
8. Enjoy your delicious air fryer chicken fajitas!

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