Description
Discover how to make crispy air fryer chicken bites with tender broccoli in minutes. This healthy, low‑fat recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless
- skinless chicken breast
- cut into 1‑inch bite‑size pieces
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- washed and patted dry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional
- for finishing)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.,Place the seasoned chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 6 minutes, then shake the basket to turn the pieces.,While the chicken cooks, drizzle the broccoli with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
- After the chicken’s first 6 minutes, add the broccoli to the basket, spreading it around the chicken.,Continue cooking for an additional 6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even browning.
- The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the broccoli should be tender‑crisp.,Remove the basket, transfer the chicken bites and broccoli to a serving platter, and drizzle with fresh lemon juice if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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