Can you use chicken thighs for this recipe?

Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs are delicious in this Air Fryer Chicken fajita recipe. The thighs will take just a bit longer to cook. So make sure to slice them thin and evenly.

Does the chicken need to be sliced before cooking it?

It is better to slice the chicken so it cooks up quicker than if it was a whole chicken breast.

How Do You Know If The Chicken Is Cooked All the Way?

One way to test if the chicken is done is to cut into the middle of the chicken to see if it is pink inside. If it is pink, cook the chicken a bit longer. The second method (and my preferred method, as I fear undercooked meat) is a meat thermometer. Grab a chicken strip with a pair of tongs and stick the probe into the middle of the chicken strip. Once it reads 165 F. The chicken is done.

Can this recipe be doubled?

Definitely, but you will need to air-fry the fajita mixture in batches.

Can I line my air fryer with foil for easy cleanup?

Yes, it is safe to line the air fryer with foil when cooking the fajitas. I do not recommend adding the foil when preheating; you need food in the air fryer to hold it down. I like to use silicone liners made for the air fryer for easy cleanup.

Can this recipe be made in the oven?

Yes, of course. Follow the recipe and bake the chicken for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken is done. The chicken can also be cooked in a slow cooker or instant pot. You can add the veggies to the pot while cooking, or if you want crisper veggies, you will want to saute them in a separate frying pan. You could also add the breasts whole and shred the chicken with forks when the cooking time is complete.

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas - 20 minute recipe

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast (about 2 large chicken breasts); 1 red bell pepper; 1 green bell pepper; 1 yellow onion; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 1/12 teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon salt

Description

Air fryer chicken fajitas are the perfect weeknight meal. Tender strips of seasoned chicken, crisp peppers, and onions make a hearty and fun family meal. Plus you can have them on the table in just about 20 minutes!

Ingredients

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1 pound chicken breast (about 2 large chicken breasts)
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 yellow onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/12 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
Mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
Slice chicken breast, bell peppers, and onion into strips about ½ in thickness. Place the chicken and vegetable strips in a large bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss the chicken and veggies until well coated in the oil.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the oil-coated chicken and veggies and toss until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Cook in the preheated air fryer for 7 minutes. Toss the fajitas by shaking the basket or using tongs. Cook for an additional 7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Notes

Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer and how thick the chicken strips are cut.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 172
Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 7
Fiber: 3
Protein: 24