These Air Fryer Chicken Fajita Boxes bring all the sizzle without the stovetop fuss. Toss chicken and peppers with bold fajita seasoning, air-fry until juicy and charred, then pack into bowls or tortillas for quick weeknight meals and make-ahead lunches.

Katie

Air Fryer Chicken Fajita Boxes

Juicy air fryer chicken fajitas with colorful peppers and onions — perfect for meal-prep boxes or quick tortilla wraps.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Calories: 154

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb/450 g), cut into strips
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1/2 inch
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced 1/2 inch
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1/2 inch
• 1 red onion, sliced into wedges
• 3 tbsp fajita seasoning
• 1 tbsp vegetable or avocado oil
• Tortillas or rice, lime, cilantro, salsa, avocado for serving

Equipment

• Air fryer
• mixing bowl
• Tongs or spatula
• Meal prep boxes or serving plates

Method

 

1. Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
2. Toss chicken with oil and fajita seasoning. Add peppers and onion; coat well.
3. Air fry 15 minutes, shaking halfway, until chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C) and edges are lightly charred.
4. Serve in tortillas or pack into meal-prep boxes with rice and desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 22gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use a mix of colorful bell peppers and let the chicken marinate for 10–15 minutes before air frying. Great for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Serve with lime wedges, salsa, or avocado.

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Ingredients (4 servings):

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (≈1 lb/450 g), cut into strips
• 1 red bell pepper, ½-inch slices
• 1 yellow bell pepper, ½-inch slices
• 1 green bell pepper, ½-inch slices
• 1 red onion, wedges
• 3 Tbsp fajita seasoning (homemade preferred)
• 1 Tbsp vegetable/avocado oil
• To serve: warm tortillas or rice, lime wedges, cilantro, pico de gallo, avocado/guac, lime crema

Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
2. Season: Toss chicken with oil and fajita seasoning. Add peppers and onion; toss well so everything’s coated.
3. Air fry: Spread in the basket (no overcrowding). Cook 15 minutes, shaking halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and edges are lightly charred.
4. Serve/Box: Load into meal-prep containers with rice or salad, or tuck into tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Tips:

• For best char, slice peppers a bit thicker and avoid piling ingredients.
• Make it spicy: add chipotle powder or extra chili flakes.
• Low-carb: serve over shredded lettuce with avocado and salsa.
• Storage: cool, then refrigerate up to 4 days; reheat briefly in the air fryer or skillet.

These fajitas are fast, colorful, and endlessly customizable—perfect for busy nights or grab-and-go lunches.