Air Fryer Meals: Crispy & Healthy
A simple, healthy, and flavorful air fryer recipe featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables seasoned with lemon and herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium bell pepper any color
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken cubes, broccoli florets, and chopped bell pepper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Add dried oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Place half of the seasoned chicken and vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, then shake the basket and continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Repeat with the remaining chicken and vegetables if cooking in batches.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, crispy meal!
Notes
Feel free to use your favorite mix of vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or asparagus. For best crispiness, ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to promote even crisping.