Air fryer fajitas: a delicious filling in no time!
Fancy some fajitas but don't feel like doing a lot of washing up? Long live the Air Fryer ;-) Here's how to make a fajita filling in the air fryer by combining the chicken and vegetables in a delicious marinade with Mexican flavors. All you have to do is add the toppings of your choice. Here, we've chosen avocado, lime juice and cilantro, but feel free to add salsa, kidney beans, corn... Enjoy! :-)
Ingredients
6
Marinade:
Toppings:
Materials
- 1 air fryer (here, a Ninja Foodi Flex 10.4 L AF500EU)
Preparation
Preparation15 min
Waiting time30 min
Cook time15 min
Prepare the marinade:
Combine the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt and pepper.
Chop the chicken, peppers and red onion and transfer to the bowl with the marinade.
Mix well, cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
*You can proceed directly to cooking if you wish.
Pour the mixture into the air fryer basket. Set the appliance to "Air fry" mode for 15 minutes at 370°F (190°C).
Stir if necessary.
Your filling is ready! You can now fill your tortillas.
Feel free to add extra toppings such as avocado slices, lime juice and chopped cilantro.
FAQ ❓
How long can I store the air fryer fajita filling?
You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze the filling?
Yes, you can!
How long should I marinate the ingredients?
You can use the mixture as soon as it's ready, or marinate it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to overnight.
What toppings can I add?
You can add toppings such as nuts or seeds, for example. We recommend adding cotija (a Mexican cheese) or crumbled feta. You can also add cooked corn or black or kidney beans.
Can I replace the chicken?
You can of course replace the chicken with turkey, beef or even tofu!
Can I replace the avocado?
Avocado is optional!
Nutrition
for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 336Kcal
- Carbo: 20.1g
- Total fat: 16.9g
- Saturated fat: 3.2g
- Proteins: 22.9g
- Fibers: 3.4g
- Sugar: 3.6g
- ProPoints: 9
- SmartPoints: 9
Nutritional information for 1 serving (201g)
Cookware
air fryer
Attributes
Suitable for freezing
Keep refrigerated
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Juliette HessI have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
I’m currently preparing, filming and photographing your next recipe, and I hope you’ll enjoy it!
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
I’m currently preparing, filming and photographing your next recipe, and I hope you’ll enjoy it!
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