Description
Air Fryer Chicken Bites and Broccoli is a quick and delicious meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. This dish features tender, juicy chicken pieces coated in a flavorful sweet and savory marinade, paired with vibrant broccoli for a nutritious dinner option. The air fryer ensures that the chicken bites turn out crispy without excess oil, making this recipe a perfect choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it over rice or quinoa for a complete meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 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
- 1 medium head of broccoli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for broccoli)
- Cooked rice or quinoa
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- While the chicken marinates, cut the broccoli into florets and season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- Add the broccoli to the air fryer basket; cook for an additional 6–8 minutes until tender.
- Serve hot over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Marinating longer enhances flavor. Feel free to substitute other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.