Skip the skillet and make these easy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas instead! Juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and bold homemade fajita seasoning come together in one quick-cooking, flavor-packed meal. Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings for a fuss-free Tex-Mex dinner the whole family will devour. Ready in just 20 minutes!
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Dinner just got a whole lot easier—and faster! These Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavor, packed with juicy chicken and tender-crisp veggies, and ready in just 20 minutes. It’s a one-basket meal that brings the sizzle without heating up your whole kitchen.
Whether you're craving a quick weeknight dinner, prepping for Taco Tuesday, or just looking to switch things up, these air fryer fajitas are a no-fuss, family-friendly favorite. Just toss everything together, let the air fryer do its thing, and pile it all into warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
This recipe uses a homemade fajita seasoning which is super simple to make. I like to keep some in a jar in the pantry at all times. But a packet will also work in a pinch!
Don't feel like lugging out the air fryer today? Try this Instant Pot version, sheet pan version, or skillet version!
What to Serve with Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Serve your fajitas in flour or corn tortillas, over a bed of fresh greens, or in a rice bowl. No matter how you serve it, remember all your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, lime wedges, fresh cilantro, hot sauce, or pico de gallo.
Turn your air fryer chicken fajitas into a full Tex-Mex feast or just stretch them a little further with these easy and flavorful side dishes:
- Esquites – This creamy, zesty Mexican street corn is the perfect tangy, crunchy contrast to hot, sizzling fajitas.
- Refried Black Beans – Creamy, seasoned black beans make a simple but hearty side that pairs beautifully with fajitas and rice.
- Chips and Guacamole, Salsa, or Queso – Rich, creamy guac is a must-have for us! It also doubles as a topping. Or try this super fast blender salsa or some queso.
- Cilantro Lime Rice – Light, fluffy rice with a fresh citrusy kick—perfect for scooping up any extra fajita goodness.
More Mexican Inspired Recipes You'll Love
- Crockpot Taco Meat - Tender, flavorful taco meat made right in your slow cooker—perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or feeding a hungry crowd.
- Instant Pot Barbacoa - Juicy, bold, and packed with smoky spice—this Instant Pot Barbacoa is a fast, fuss-free version of the classic slow-cooked favorite.
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup - Warm, comforting, and full of Tex-Mex flavor, this easy chicken tortilla soup simmers to perfection in the slow cooker.
- Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas - All the fajita flavor, none of the fuss! These sheet pan shrimp fajitas come together quickly with minimal cleanup.
- One Pot Enchilada Pasta - Everything you love about cheesy chicken enchiladas in a one-pot pasta dinner. Easy, comforting, and packed with flavor.
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas Video
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into thin strips
- 2 bell peppers cut into thin strips
- 1 large onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice divided
- 3 tablespoons homemade fajita seasoning
- Tortillas for serving
- Additional toppings: sour cream, cheese, fresh cilantro, pico de gallo, etc. for serving
Instructions
- Add chicken, peppers, and onion to a large mixing bowl. Add olive oil and half of lime juice. Toss to coat.
- Add fajita seasoning. Toss again to coat.
- Add chicken mixture to the basket of your air fryer. Cook at 390°F for 10 minutes or until cooked throughout and no longer pink.
- Serve warm in tortillas with fresh cilantro and additional toppings, if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Store the cooked chicken and veggies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or pop them back into the air fryer for a couple of minutes to crisp them back up.
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