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An air fryer tray filled with chicken pieces and vegetables.

Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables

This easy recipe is the perfect way to make a healthy dinner any night of the week!
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Dinner, Main Course, Main Dishes
Cuisine: American, Italian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Second batch: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 268kcal
Author: Dolly (Dash for Dinner)

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound/454 grams)
  • 1 bunch broccoli cut into florets (approx. 1 ½-2 cups)
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1 zucchini cut into half-moons
  • 1 small onion coarsely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional)

Seasoning

  • 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF for at least 3 minutes, or according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Add the olive oil to a large bowl, along with the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to combine.
    A bowl with a silicone spatula stirring seasonings and oil together.
  • Cut the chicken breast into 1-1 ½” cubes, then add to the seasoned olive oil mixture. Toss well to coat the chicken.
    A bowl of chicken tossed with seasonings and oil.
  • Add the broccoli florets, bell pepper, zucchini, and chopped onion to the bowl, and toss well to distribute the seasoning and oil on the vegetables as well.
    A bowl with broccoli, peppers, onions, and zucchini added to it.
  • Transfer half of the mixture to the preheated air fryer basket, spreading it into an even layer.
    An air fryer tray filled with chicken and vegetables.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, turning the chicken pieces halfway through, and stirring the vegetables to encourage even browning.
    An air fryer tray with chicken and vegetables spread in an even layer.
  • Remove from the air fryer and check the thickest portion of each chicken piece for a minimum internal temperature of 165ºF.
  • Transfer the chicken and vegetables to a clean bowl and repeat with the remaining chicken and vegetable mixture.
  • Serve warm, garnishing with parmesan cheese if desired.
    An air fryer tray filled with a medley of chicken and vegetables, sprinkled with parmesan cheese.

Notes

Oven instructions: Preheat the oven to broil, and line a broil-safe sheet pan with a layer of parchment paper. Working in a single batch, spread out the seasoned vegetables and chicken in an even layer. Cook for 10-11 minutes, turning the chicken pieces halfway through and stirring the vegetables. Check for a minimum internal temperature of 165ºF (74ºC). 

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 814mg | Potassium: 962mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2419IU | Vitamin C: 185mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 2mg