Easy Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables

This healthy air fryer chicken and vegetables recipe is quick and tasty. Ready in just 25 minutes!

Update: This recipe was originally published in 2022 and has been republished with all new photos.

My family’s evenings are especially busy this time of year thanks to kids’ sports and homework. I know so many of you can relate! A fast meal like this air fryer chicken and vegetables recipe is the perfect solution on nights like these. This recipe eliminates the need to hit the drive thru. Instead I can throw together a nutritious meal before we head out the door or tackle fifth grade math problems that I don’t understand.

For this recipe all have you do is chop. That’s really it. Then toss it all in the air fryer with oil and seasonings. Voila! Dinner is done!

Craving more healthy air fryer recipes? Try my Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe. You’ll also love Air Fryer Steak Bites, Air Fryer Sausage with Vegetables, Air Fryer Salmon, and Yogurt Marinated Air Fryer Chicken. Easy recipes like these can be a lifesaver on busy weeknights! The whole family will love how they taste and you’ll love the minimal effort required!

Ingredients for Easy Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables

• Chicken breasts: I use boneless skinless chicken breasts in this recipe. You can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs if you prefer.
• Zucchini: Zucchini softens quickly as it cooks, making it a great choice for easy stir fries, sheet pan meals, and air fryer one-pot dishes like this one.
• Yellow squash: Yellow squash is similar to zucchini in terms of flavor and texture (zucchini is actually in the squash family) but has a different color. The bright yellow of the squash goes so well with all our other veggie choices.
• Broccoli: We’re roasting fresh broccoli florets in this quick dinner.
• Olive oil or avocado oil: A little oil helps the veggies brown beautifully in the air fryer. You can also use an oil spray if you prefer.
• Seasonings: Italian seasoning blend, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper are the only spices you need to flavor this recipe. You can of course customize this dish by incorporating any seasonings you like.

How to Make Easy Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables

Preheat your air fryer.

Add the chicken pieces, zucchini, squash, and broccoli to a large mixing bowl. Add olive or avocado oil (or generously spray with oil spray). Season with italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir so that the chicken and vegetables are coated.

Add the seasoned chicken and vegetables to the air fryer basket or tray. Cook for 10 minutes. Stir. Cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Should You Preheat the Air Fryer?

Cooking in a preheated air fryer will reduce your cooking time so definitely preheat whenever possible. Even just a few minutes can help! But know that if you forget it will still work out. You might just require a few extra minutes of cooking at the end.

Which Air Fryer do I Recommend?

These days I have two air fryers that I use and love. Both are large enough to accommodate this recipe. (I don’t recommend using a compact air fryer to cook this amount of food unless you’re cooking in 2 to 3 batches.)

This GoWise 7 Quart Air Fryer is my favorite basket style option. It holds a lot of food and is reasonably priced for an air fryer of this size. Since your food cooks in a fairly deep basket you’ll want to be sure to stir or shake the ingredients about halfway through cooking.

This Cuisinart Air Fryer can also be used as a convection oven and toaster. It’s more expensive but I decided it was worth the investment once I learned how much I was using my air fryer. This beauty now sits on my counter full-time since I use it every day!

Can You Roast in the Oven Instead?

Yes! Toss the chicken and veggies in oil and seasonings. Spread all the ingredients in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake at 425 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir halfway through cooking time.

How to Store Leftovers

Want to enjoy this recipe the next day or later in the week? This recipe is great for meal prep! Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Does This Meal Freeze Well?

Yes! If making this meal for future enjoyment you can freeze it in an airtight freezer safe container (like freezer bags). Then thaw and reheat in a skillet on the stovetop or in the microwave.

How to Serve This

If you’d like to keep this meal low carb, serve with a simple side salad. My latest salad is an Easy Kale Salad with Honey Lemon Dressing and it would be delicious with this.

To make this meal more satiating, serve with brown rice or my Baked Herb Potato Rounds.

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