Description
air fryer chicken bites and broccoli offer a fast, high‑protein dinner that’s perfect for busy families. This easy recipe combines bite‑size chicken breast pieces tossed in olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper, then air‑fried to golden crispness while broccoli florets become tender‑crisp. In just 15 minutes you get a nutritious, low‑fat meal packed with protein, fiber and flavor—ideal for meal‑prep, weight‑watchers, and anyone craving a wholesome, satisfying plate for every night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite‑size pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook chicken in a single layer for 10 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Add broccoli, cook additional 5 minutes until tender.
- Check chicken reaches 165°F, serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- add a squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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