Description
Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Broccoli is a quick and nutritious meal that brings together tender chicken pieces and vibrant broccoli, all coated in a deliciously sweet-and-savory marinade. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is ready in just about 30 minutes! The air fryer not only enhances flavor but also minimizes cleanup, making it an ideal choice for home cooks of all skill levels. Serve this delightful meal over rice or quinoa for a satisfying dining experience that the whole family will love. With endless customization options, including different vegetables and seasonings, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 medium head of broccoli (cut into florets)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add chicken pieces to the bowl and stir until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Meanwhile, prepare broccoli by tossing florets with remaining olive oil and seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380ºF. Place marinated chicken in a single layer in the basket; air fry for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- After shaking the basket, add broccoli alongside chicken and continue cooking for an additional 6–8 minutes.
- Serve over rice or quinoa and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg