These Gluten Free Air Fryer Fajitas are one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners because they are ready in just 27 minutes, require almost no cleanup, and taste so good that my family requests them constantly. Steak strips with red, orange, and yellow bell peppers and onion get tossed in a homemade fajita seasoning of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and oregano and then air fried at 390 degrees for 12 minutes.
Everything comes out perfectly cooked with beautifully caramelized peppers and juicy tender steak every single time.
I love serving these in a bowl over jasmine rice with a big scoop of guacamole on top but they are equally delicious in gluten free tortillas with all your favorite fajita toppings.
The homemade seasoning blend is so much better than a store bought packet and you probably already have everything you need in your spice cabinet.
This is one of those recipes that looks and tastes impressive but is genuinely simple enough for any weeknight.
You can find more air fryer recipes here: My Favorite Gluten Free Air Fryer Recipes
If you are looking fore more beef recipes try these: 10 Easy Gluten Free Beef Recipes
Instructions
Slice steak, peppers and onion. Add to a large mixing bowl. Cover mixture with spices and avocado oil. Mix thoroughly to make sure the steak, peppers and onion are evenly coated with spices and oil.
Place mixture in the basket of your air fryer. Fry at 390 degrees for 12 minutes. At 6 minutes stir the mixture to make sure it doesn't stick together and cooks evenly.
I serve my fajitas in a bowl with jasmine rice and guacamole.
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Gluten Free Air Fryer Fajitas
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These Gluten Free Air Fryer Fajitas are juicy steak strips with red, orange, and yellow bell peppers and onion tossed in a bold homemade seasoning of chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, and oregano and air fried at 390 degrees for just 12 minutes. The result is the most flavorful and satisfying steak fajitas that are perfectly cooked every single time with minimal prep and almost no cleanup. Naturally gluten free and dairy free and perfect served in tortillas or over jasmine rice with guacamole for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Steak, cut into strips
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, sliced
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper, sliced
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper, sliced
- 1 medium Yellow Onion, sliced
- 1 tsp. Sea Salt
- 1 tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp. Chili Powder
- 1 tsp. Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp. Ground Cumin
- ½ tsp. Dried Oregano
- 2 Tbsp. Avocado Oil
Instructions
Slice steak, peppers and onion. Add to a large mixing bowl. Cover mixture with spices and avocado oil. Mix thoroughly to make sure the steak, peppers and onion are evenly coated with spices and oil.
Place mixture in the basket of your air fryer. Fry at 390 degrees for 12 minutes. At 6 minutes stir the mixture to make sure it doesn't stick together and cooks evenly.
I serve my fajitas in a bowl with jasmine rice and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Meals
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
If you made these Gluten Free Air Fryer Fajitas I would love to hear what you thought! Please leave a star rating and a comment below. This is one of my favorite quick and easy gluten free weeknight dinners and I hope it becomes one of yours too!
Storage
Store leftover gluten free air fryer fajitas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat place the fajita mixture back in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through or reheat in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes. The steak and peppers reheat beautifully and are just as delicious the next day in a bowl over rice or wrapped in a warm gluten free tortilla.
Top Tip
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. If you are making the full recipe with 1.5 pounds of steak and all the peppers and onion you may need to work in two batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Overcrowding causes the vegetables and steak to steam rather than caramelize which means you lose the beautiful color and slightly charred flavor that makes these fajitas so good. Give everything room to breathe and stir at the 6 minute mark for even cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sirloin steak is my top choice for this recipe because it has excellent flavor, cooks quickly at high heat, and stays tender without needing a long marinade. Flank steak and skirt steak are also great options and are very traditional for fajitas. Whatever cut you use make sure to slice the steak against the grain into thin strips for the most tender result.
Yes! Boneless skinless chicken breast or chicken thighs both work beautifully in this recipe with the same seasoning blend and cooking method. Slice the chicken into strips about the same size as the steak strips and air fry at 390 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes until cooked through to 165 degrees. Chicken thighs will be more forgiving and stay juicier than chicken breast.
Yes! You can slice the steak and vegetables and toss everything with the seasoning and oil up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store the marinated mixture in a sealed container in the refrigerator and then just pour it into the air fryer basket when you are ready to cook. The extra marinating time actually deepens the flavor which makes this an even better make ahead meal prep option.
I love serving these in a bowl over jasmine rice with a big scoop of guacamole on top. They are also delicious in gluten free tortillas with sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese, and fresh lime juice. For a lower carb option serve them over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps. My Southwestern Style Coleslaw and Easy Fresh Pineapple Salsa are both great side dishes that pair beautifully with the bold fajita flavors.
