Description
Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Broccoli is the perfect weeknight dinner that combines convenience with mouthwatering flavor. This dish features tender, juicy chicken bites seasoned with garlic and paprika, paired with vibrant broccoli florets that maintain their crispness in the air fryer. Not only is this meal quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes of prep time and ready in about 30 minutes—but it’s also packed with protein and nutrients, making it a healthy choice for the whole family. Ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings, enjoy these chicken bites as a main course or toss them in salads or wraps for versatile meal options throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Add chicken pieces and mix until evenly coated.
- Wash and trim broccoli florets; season lightly if desired.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place seasoned chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- After 10 minutes, add broccoli to the basket on top of the cooked chicken. Continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes until both are cooked through.
- Carefully remove from the air fryer and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg