Description
This Air Fryer Greek Chicken and Veggies recipe offers a flavorful, healthy, and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chunks of chicken breasts are mixed with vibrant bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion, seasoned with classic Greek herbs and spices, then air fried to perfection. Finished with tangy crumbled feta and fresh parsley, this dish is a delightful low-carb, gluten-free Mediterranean option that can be served on its own or with your favorite grain or pita bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red onion, chopped
Seasonings and Extras
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cut chicken pieces, chopped red and yellow bell peppers, sliced zucchini, and chopped red onion. This creates a colorful and nutritious base for the dish.
- Season the mixture: Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and veggies, then add dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice. Toss everything thoroughly until all pieces are evenly coated with the aromatic seasoning blend.
- Preheat the air fryer: Heat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat for about 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the chicken and vegetables: Place the chicken and vegetable mix into the air fryer basket in a single layer. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding, which ensures proper air circulation and even cooking. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket or stirring halfway through the cooking time.
- Check for doneness: The chicken should be thoroughly cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and vegetables tender with slight char marks. Adjust cooking time slightly if needed based on your air fryer model.
- Serve and garnish: Remove from the air fryer and immediately sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley for a burst of flavor and color. Serve warm as is or over your choice of rice, couscous, or inside pita wraps.
Notes
- For extra juiciness and richer flavor, substitute chicken breasts with boneless chicken thighs.
- Add kalamata olives or cherry tomatoes during cooking for enhanced Greek flavor and texture.
- This dish is versatile—serve over rice, couscous, or in pita bread for a complete meal.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking and proper crisping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
