Easy Air Fryer Steak Fajitas
These Air Fryer Steak Fajitas take the hassle out of a classic dinner by cooking the meat and vegetables together in one basket.
With thinly sliced sirloin, bell peppers, and onions coated in a simple homemade spice mix, you get a flavorful meal ready with almost no effort.
The foil-lined basket locks in the marinade’s moisture and means cleanup takes just seconds. Watch the video below for a quick step-by-step walkthrough of how to put this together.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients: Uses basic pantry spices and fresh vegetables you likely already have on hand.
- Quick cook time: The steak and vegetable mixture starts with just a 5-minute cook time at 390°F.
- Easy cleanup: Lining the air fryer basket with aluminum foil keeps the marinade contained and minimizes washing up.
Ingredients
- 2 sirloin steaks (flank or skirt steak can also be used)
- Vegetable oil (a couple of tablespoons, plus a little extra if needed)
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Chili powder
- Sliced white onions
- Sliced red and green bell peppers
Instructions
- Slice the steaks against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, add a couple of tablespoons of vegetable oil, then stir in the paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Add a little more oil if needed to help coat the ingredients.
- Add the sliced onions, bell peppers, and sliced steak to the bowl. Toss everything really well to ensure it is fully coated in the oil and spices. (You can also do this step in a zip-top bag to toss and coat).
- Line your air fryer basket with aluminum foil to keep the juices in and make cleanup easy.
- Pour the coated meat and vegetables onto the foil, spreading them out as evenly as possible.
- Set the air fryer to 390°F and cook for 5 minutes, then check the contents for your desired doneness.
Tips for the Best Results
Store-bought seasoning works too: If you don’t want to make your own spice mixture, a standard store-bought fajita seasoning packet works perfectly in place of the individual spices.
Slice against the grain: Cutting the steak against the grain ensures the meat stays tender.
Why use foil: The foil not only helps with cleanup but also keeps the meat and veggies nice and moist as they cook in their own seasoned juices.
