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    Make It Skinny Please » Recipes » Air Fryer » Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Published: May 18, 2022 by Toni Dash · 12 Comments

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

    Weight Watchers Points0
    Calories: 57kcal
    Carbs: 3g
    Protein: 9g
    Fats: 1g
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    If you are a fajitas lover this amazing recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas recipe is for you! It's easy and fast enough for a healthy weeknight meal the whole family will love. Only 14 minutes cooking time!

    air fryer chicken fajitas close-up

    When you think of fajitas it's usually from Mexican restaurants. They arrive in dramatic style on cast iron pans hot off the stove top sizzling and smoking as they land on the table. Guess what? You can make them to be just as delicious at home and fast enough for a busy weeknight!

    This air fryer chicken fajita recipe may become your favorite of the air fryer recipes. The chicken breast strips are tender and juicy, the vegetables cooked perfectly with so much flavor. It's a delicious meal!

    Serve these delicious fajitas with our Mexican Cauliflower Rice and Summer Fruit Salad. Maybe a Skinny Margarita or Skinny Paloma too. Great for meal prepping too.

    Jump to:
    • What makes this skinny?
    • Recipe Ingredients Notes
    • How to make Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas - Step-by-Step
    • Air Fryer Cooking Variations
    • Topping Ideas
    • How to Store
    • More recipes you'll love!
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    What makes this skinny?

    • Using boneless chicken breast which is a lean protein
    • All the vegetables! Great nutrients with low calories.
    • Using olive oil spray instead of olive oil controls the amount of fat in the recipe. Only enough to allow the seasoning to stick to the fajita ingredients is needed because....
    • Air Fryer cooking! The circulating hot air convection cooking method relieves the need for cooking in lots of fat but gets the same end result! So you have a healthier option with no sacrificing of taste or texture (our favorite kind of recipe).

    As comparison 1 cup of traditional chicken fajitas is 351 calories. Ours is 114 calories for 1 cup.

    Recipe Ingredients Notes

    air fryer chicken fajitas labelled ingredients

    Boneless skinless chicken breast. You'll need 1 pound of chicken breasts which is around 2 large chicken breasts. Cut into ½-inch thick strips. The strips should be ½-inch in width and thickness.

    Red bell pepper and green bell pepper. Use medium size bell peppers. Remove the stem, seeds and any inside membrane. Cut into ½-inch wide strips. If desired use other colors of bell peppers instead: yellow, orange or purple!

    Yellow onion. Use a medium onions. Peeled and cut into ½-inch thick slices. Break up the slices when adding to the bowl to coat with spices.

    Spices. You'll create your own fajita seasoning mix! Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, coriander and black pepper combine for a delicious fajita flavor.

    Olive oil spray. You'll spritz this on to allow the homemade fajita seasoning to stick. Avocado oil can also be used.

    bowl of air fryer chicken fajitas

    How to make Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas - Step-by-Step

    STEP 1. Prepare Ingredients and Preheat

    Mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper and coriander in a small bowl and set aside.

    Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.

    Place the chicken strips and red pepper, green pepper and onion in a large mixing bowl and spritz with olive oil spray a few times to lightly coat (photos 1-2). Toss the chicken and veggies until fully coated.

    Sprinkle the seasoning mix over chicken and vegetables (photo 3). Toss to fully coat with the seasonings (photo 4).

    air fryer chicken fajitas recipe steps 1-4

    STEP 2. Cook

    Place the chicken and vegetables in the air fryer basket (photo 5). Cook in the preheated air fryer for 7 minutes.

    Toss the fajita filling by shaking the basket or using tongs to rotate. Cook for an additional 7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (photo 6). Add salt to taste (if at all).

    air fryer chicken fajitas recipe steps 5-6

    STEP 3. Serve!

    Add some of the juicy chicken pieces, a couple bell peppers strips and some of the onions to a large butter lettuce leaf or soft corn tortillas.

    air fryer chicken fajitas with lettuce.

    Air Fryer Cooking Variations

    Each different size and brand of air fryer cooks slightly differently, making it important to monitor the doneness of the food being cooked. This recipe was prepared in a Cosori 5.8 quart Air Fryer which is a 1700 watt machine (larger air fryer basket and more powerful).

    Air fryers with smaller baskets or with less wattage may require additional minutes cooking time or multiple batches.

    Topping Ideas

    The most fun is adding favorite toppings!

    • lime wedges to squeeze some lime juice onto the chicken fajitas
    • Pico de gallo
    • If you like a stronger onion flavor add some diced red onions
    • A dollop of plain non-fat Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
    • Torn fresh cilantro
    air fryer chicken fajitas on white plate

    How to Store

    Store any leftover fajita filling in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave.

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    Recipe

    air fryer chicken fajitas on white.

    Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

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    These easy, fast, delicious Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are ready in 14 minutes cooking time making them a perfect weeknight healthy meal. We love them on lettuce leaves to keep them slim but they are great on corn tortillas too.
    5 from 79 votes
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    Course: main dish
    Cuisine: Latin America
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 14 minutes
    Total Time: 29 minutes
    Servings: 12 ½-cup servings (total yield: 6 cups)
    Calories: 57kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Equipment

    Cosori 5.8 quart Air Fryer
    air fryer

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound chicken breast (about 2 large chicken breasts) sliced into ½-inch thick strips
    • 1 medium red bell pepper seeds and membrane removed; sliced into ½-inch strips
    • 1 medium green bell pepper seeds and membrane removed; sliced into ½-inch strips
    • 1 medium yellow onion cut into ½-inch slices (slices can be halved)
    • olive oil spray
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
    • 12 large butter lettuce leaves or soft corn tortillas

    Instructions

    • Mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper and coriander in a small bowl and set aside.
    • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
    • Place the chicken strips and vegetable strips in a large mixing bowl and spritz with olive oil spray. Toss the chicken and veggies until well coated.
    • Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the chicken and veggies and toss until seasoning is evenly distributed.
    • Place the chicken and vegetables in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7 minutes.
      Toss the fajita filling by shaking the basket or tossing using tongs. Cook for an additional 7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
    • Add salt to taste (if needed). Serve in large butter lettuce leaves with desired toppings.

    Notes

    1 serving= ½-cup fajita filling + 1 butter lettuce leaf (for nutritional calculations). Actual portions may be larger.
    Air Fryer cooking variations
    Every brand and size of air fryer cook slightly differently. Monitor the food for doneness and add a few extra minutes if needed if the chicken is not fully cooked. Smaller air fryers may need to cook in two batches.
    Topping ideas
    • lime wedges to squeeze some lime juice onto the chicken fajitas
    • Pico de gallo
    • If you like a stronger onion flavor add some diced red onions
    • A dollop of plain non-fat Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
    • Torn fresh cilantro
    How to Store
    Store in an leftovers airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 57kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1063IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutritional Coach and certified Weight Loss Specialist, writer/blogger, photographer, chief recipe developer and creator of Make It Skinny Please. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her slimmed down recipes using real food ingredients bring excitement to the dining table and never taste like 'diet food'. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Kim says

      May 20, 2022 at 11:54 am

      5 stars
      These were so freaking good. We eat fajitas weekly so I love trying new recipes. This one is a keeper.

      Reply
    2. Terry says

      May 20, 2022 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely love Fajitas These are delish !

      Reply
    3. Taylor says

      May 19, 2022 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      I am obsessed with this recipe! So easy and perfect to meal prep for the week. Love serving over salad, in wraps or in a bowl with rice. We love this meal!

      Reply
    4. Gina Ceraso says

      May 19, 2022 at 9:12 am

      5 stars
      The absolute best fajitas EVER!! Can't say enough about these.

      Reply
    5. Diana says

      May 19, 2022 at 8:14 am

      5 stars
      Made these and served in iceberg lettuce because that's what I had. So easy and delicious and the seasonings were perfect! Will make again.

      Reply
    6. Jess says

      May 18, 2022 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      My family goes crazy every time I make these. And I love how easy they are!

      Reply
    7. Beth says

      May 18, 2022 at 8:17 am

      5 stars
      My family loves the combination of spices. I love how quick and easy it is to get these fajitas on the table. Thanks!

      Reply
    8. Ryan T says

      May 18, 2022 at 7:42 am

      5 stars
      So delicious and easy to make. Exactly what I was looking for!

      Reply
    9. Sheena says

      May 18, 2022 at 7:34 am

      5 stars
      This was the best way to make fajitas, we absolutely loved how they turned out.

      Reply
    10. Emily Flint says

      May 18, 2022 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      Such a good idea to wrap these in lettuce! I just love everything air-fried!!

      Reply
    11. Gina says

      May 18, 2022 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      Another win for the air fryer. I can always go for fajitas and love how quickly they can be made! Yum!

      Reply
    12. Sandhya S says

      May 18, 2022 at 7:25 am

      5 stars
      Air fryer Fajitas are simply the best. These will be so good to tuck into the tacos.

      Reply

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