Description
Savor a delightful “Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables” recipe that blends juicy chicken with crisp, seasoned vegetables in one effortless meal. Crispy edges, minimal cleanup, and maximum flavor make this dish a perfect weeknight dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetables:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Trim chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels, ensuring a clean surface for seasoning.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken, then generously sprinkle salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and rosemary, massaging the seasonings into the meat.
- Chop broccoli, carrots, red bell pepper, and zucchini into uniform bite-sized pieces to promote even cooking.
- Mince garlic and set aside for later flavor enhancement.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F, creating an optimal cooking environment for both chicken and vegetables.
- Arrange seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap, and cook for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, flip chicken and add prepared vegetables around the meat, distributing minced garlic evenly.
- Drizzle chicken broth and lemon juice over the entire mixture to maintain moisture and add depth of flavor.
- Continue air frying for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Remove basket from air fryer and immediately dot with butter for richness.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the hot chicken and vegetables, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Let the dish rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Pat chicken dry thoroughly to achieve crispy, golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for more vibrant, intense flavor profile if available.
- Cut vegetables into similar-sized pieces to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent uneven textures.
- Avoid overcrowding air fryer basket to ensure proper hot air circulation and consistent browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg