Tender, juicy chicken coated in a garlic-herb crust, cooked alongside perfectly roasted vegetables—all in the air fryer. A healthy, easy, and complete meal with minimal cleanup.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🔹 Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or mix of thyme, oregano, rosemary)
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
🔹 Vegetables
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 small red onion, chopped
🔹 Seasoning for Veggies
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
🍳 Equipment
- Air fryer (basket or tray style)
- Mixing bowls
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F)
🔸 Step 2: Season Chicken
- Pat chicken dry
- Rub with olive oil
- Mix spices and coat evenly on both sides
🔸 Step 3: Prep Veggies
- Toss vegetables with olive oil and seasoning
- Mix until well coated
🔸 Step 4: Cook Chicken (Start First)
- Place chicken in air fryer
- Cook for 10 minutes
🔸 Step 5: Add Veggies
- Open air fryer and add veggies around chicken
- Continue cooking for 10–15 minutes
👉 Chicken should reach 74°C (165°F) internal temp
🔸 Step 6: Finish
- Optional: increase temp to 200°C (400°F) for last 2–3 minutes for extra crisp
🔸 Step 7: Rest & Serve
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing
- Serve with roasted veggies
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve as-is for a low-carb meal
- Add rice, quinoa, or couscous
- Drizzle with lemon juice or yogurt sauce
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Cut veggies evenly for even cooking
✔ Don’t overcrowd—cook in batches if needed
✔ Flip chicken halfway for even browning
✔ Use thighs for juicier results
🔄 Variations
🍋 Lemon Herb
Add lemon zest + juice
🧄 Garlic Butter
Finish with melted garlic butter
🌶️ Spicy Version
Add chili flakes or cayenne
🧀 Parmesan Crust
Sprinkle parmesan in last 5 minutes
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes, but thawing gives better texture and seasoning absorption.
Why are my veggies soggy?
Too crowded—airflow is key in air fryer.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes! Stores well for 3–4 days.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320–380
- Protein: ~35g
- Carbs: ~12g
- Fat: ~15g