Flavor-Packed Air Fryer Chicken Recipe with Veggies in 25 Min
This Air Fryer Chicken Recipe with Vegetable is a quick, nutritious meal loaded with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice recommended.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard is a great substitute.
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce quantity if using table salt.
For the Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into cubes for even cooking.
- 1 medium Zucchini Yellow squash can work similarly.
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with any small tomato variety.
- 1 medium Red Onion Shallots or white onion are good alternatives.
- 1 can Canned Chickpeas May substitute with other legumes.
- 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Any pitted olives can be swapped in.
For Topping
- 1/4 cup Feta Cheese Goat cheese is an alternative.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Fresh parsley or mint can also be used.
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, and kosher salt until well combined.
- Marinate Chicken and Vegetables: Add the boneless chicken breasts, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chickpeas, and Kalamata olives to the marinade. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Air Frying: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Transfer the marinated chicken and vegetable mixture into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for about 10 minutes, shaking the basket 2-3 times.
- Serve: Top your dish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh dill before serving.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.