10-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Veggies (Printable)
Tender chicken and crisp vegetables air-fried together with smoky spices for a quick, healthy dinner the whole family will love.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
04 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
05 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 1 cup broccoli florets
→ Marinade & Seasoning
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - Optional: 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 2 minutes before beginning preparation.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
03 - Add the chicken pieces and all prepared vegetables to the bowl. Toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Place the seasoned chicken and vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding—cook in two batches if necessary to ensure proper air circulation.
05 - Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, shaking or stirring the basket halfway through cooking. Continue until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Transfer to serving plates immediately. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one basket meaning minimal cleanup afterwards
- The high heat creates beautifully caramelized edges on vegetables while keeping chicken juicy
02 -
- Overcrowding is the enemy of crispy results so cook in batches if needed
- An instant read thermometer reaching 165°F guarantees perfectly cooked chicken every time
03 -
- Cut your vegetables and chicken to similar sizes for even cooking
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels before marinating for better seasoning adhesion