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air fryer fajitas chicken

Juicy Air Fryer Fajitas Chicken Ready in 12 Minutes


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Delicious and easy air fryer fajitas chicken recipe, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken fillets
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fajita seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut chicken into thin strips and place in a bowl.
  3. Add bell pepper, onion, olive oil, fajita seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Place the mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Squeeze lime juice over the cooked chicken and garnish with fresh cilantro.
  7. Serve warm with tortillas or rice.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
  • Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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