Freezer Friendly Fajitas: Easy Air Fryer, Slow Cooker, or Oven Options for Taco Tuesday

Taco Tuesday doesn’t always have to mean tacos. These freezer friendly fajitas are quick, flavorful, and flexible enough to fit whatever cooking method (or time) you’ve got. Whether you use the air fryer, slow cooker, oven, or a quick stovetop sauté, this recipe delivers the same juicy, smoky flavor without the stress.

The best part? You can prep a few batches ahead of time and stash them in your freezer. Ready to cook straight from frozen whenever life gets too busy to think about dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Freezer Fajita Recipe

1. Easy to Prep and Store
Just slice, season, and freeze in a bag. No fancy steps, no messy cleanup.

2. Cooks Perfectly from Fresh or Frozen
Pull it from the freezer and toss it right in your air fryer, oven, or slow cooker. Dinner’s handled.

3. Family-Friendly and Customizable
Use whatever protein your family loves, chicken, steak, pork, or shrimp. Adjust the spice level, add more veggies, or double it up for leftovers.

4. Versatile Cooking Methods

• Air Fryer: Fastest method, crisp edges, and minimal cleanup.

• Slow Cooker: Dump-and-go for those extra busy nights.

• Oven or Skillet: Great for cooking larger batches at once.

Ingredients

• 1 to 1.5 lb chicken, beef, pork, or shrimp

• 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil

• 1 tbsp cumin

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp dried cilantro

• Salt and pepper to taste

• ½ small red onion, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 orange bell pepper, sliced

Prep for Now or Freeze for Later

1. Slice protein (if needed) and veggies.

2. Add protein, oil, and seasonings to a large freezer-safe bag or container. Toss to coat.

3. Add sliced peppers and onions. Mix well.

4. Label and freeze for up to 3 months.

When ready to cook, thaw overnight in the fridge—or cook straight from frozen using one of the methods below.

Cooking Methods

Air Fryer Fajitas:
Cook at 375°F for 12–15 minutes (if thawed) or 18–20 minutes (if frozen). Add veggies halfway through for best texture.

Slow Cooker Fajitas:
Cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until protein is cooked through and peppers are soft.

Oven-Baked Fajitas:
Spread everything on a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

Skillet/Sautéed Fajitas:
Cook protein over medium-high heat until browned, then add peppers and onions. Continue cooking until tender.

Serve It Up

Serve with warm tortillas, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or cheese… whatever your crew loves! For a full meal, pair with cilantro-lime rice, black beans, or a simple side salad.

Make Ahead. Eat Well. Stress Less.

These freezer friendly fajitas aren’t just an upgrade for Taco Tuesday—they’re a sanity-saver for every other weeknight too. A little prep now means healthy, homemade dinners ready whenever you need them.

Try it with your favorite protein this week, and tell me: which version does your family love best?