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Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies in 15 Minutes


  • Author: David

Ingredients

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Before diving into the cooking process, let’s gather all the necessary ingredients for this quick and easy recipe. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (or preferred spice blend)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional)

These ingredients are not only simple but also easily accessible, making this recipe perfect for any home cook.


Instructions

Now that we have all our ingredients ready, let’s move on to the step-by-step cooking instructions. Cooking with an air fryer ensures that your meal is not only quick but also retains the flavors and nutrients of the ingredients.

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Preheating ensures that your ingredients cook evenly from the start.
  2. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken breast, broccoli florets, zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic.
  3. Season and Toss: Drizzle the mixture with olive oil. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning over the top. Use your hands or a spatula to toss the ingredients, ensuring that everything is well coated with the seasonings.
  4. Cook in Air Fryer: Transfer the seasoned chicken and veggies to the air fryer basket. Arrange them in a single layer to ensure even cooking. Cook for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even crisping.
  5. Serve Immediately: Once cooked, remove the chicken and veggies from the air fryer. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and red chili flakes if you like an extra kick.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 30g