Description
If you’re looking for a quick, healthy, and incredibly delicious weeknight dinner, this Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Broccoli recipe is about to become your new go-to! Tender chicken, crispy broccoli, and a savory, Parmesan-garlic seasoning come together for a meal that’s packed with flavor and ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, toss the chicken bites and broccoli florets with the olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until everything is evenly coated.
2. Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for 3-5 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness.
3. Add the seasoned chicken bites and broccoli to the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the broccoli is crisp-tender.
4. If you’d like an extra burst of flavor, immediately sprinkle the hot chicken bites and broccoli with the grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Transfer the Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Broccoli to a serving plate, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and enjoy hot!
Notes
For variations, you can swap the veggies or change the protein. For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 70