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Air fryer chicken and broccoli in a white bowl.
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Air Fryer Chicken and Broccoli

This air fryer chicken and broccoli recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. Tender chicken and perfectly cooked broccoli are ready in minutes, and can be served however you like, whether you’re in the mood for a spicy kick or a savory Asian-inspired twist. 
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Global
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 3
Calories 213.7kcal
Author Eliza

Ingredients

  • 1 lb diced chicken breast
  • 1 head broccoli
  • 1 tablespoon light olive oil

Seasonings

  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 200°C/ 400°F.
  • Rinse the broccoli, pat dry, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place broccoli and diced chicken breast into a bowl, drizzle with oil, and add seasonings. Toss to coat.
  • Place chicken and broccoli in air fryer basket, and air fry for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through [Note 1]. Shake basket (or toss the food with tongs) 1-2 times during cooking to redistribute the food and ensure it cooks evenly.

Notes

  1. Check the internal temperature of the chicken in a few places to ensure

Nutrition

Calories: 213.7kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.01g | Protein: 32.1g | Fat: 8.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 96.8mg | Sodium: 175.6mg | Potassium: 560.1mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 54.1IU | Vitamin C: 1.9mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.6mg