Air Fryer Chicken And Vegetables
A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring juicy chicken and vibrant vegetables, all cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces 2-3 medium breasts
- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 unit bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1 unit red onion, chopped
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and all the seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili powder). Mix thoroughly.
- Add all the chopped vegetables to the same bowl with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Toss everything together until the vegetables are lightly coated.
Cooking
- Transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture to your air fryer basket, spreading it out as evenly as possible.
- Cook for 12 minutes, then shake the basket or stir the contents with a spatula.
- Continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and the vegetables are tender and slightly crispy.
- Let the mixture rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with quinoa or brown rice for a complete meal. Fresh herbs can enhance flavor and presentation.