Best 2 Healthy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken With Broccoli Recipes

AIR FRYER CHICKEN & BROCCOLI

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The chicken and broccoli will cook down and shrink, so if it the basket feels full at first, there will be less volume after everything is cooked. DO NOT pre-heat the air fryer for this recipe. There are two methods for Air Frying: Cooking the chicken halfway, then adding the veggies will cook the broccoli moderately. The other option is to air fry them all together from the beginning which makes the broccoli extra crispy. Or you can add the broccoli at anytime that cooks it to your preference. After your first batch, you'll know better what method works for your air fryer and personal liking.

Provided by Diane

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs (, cut into 1-inch bites sized pieces)
1/4-1/2 pound broccoli (, cut into florets (1-2 cups))
1/2 medium onion (, sliced thick )
3 Tablespoons olive oil ( or grape seed oil)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 Tablespoon fresh minced ginger
1 Tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (, or to taste (use Tamari for Gluten Free))
1 Tablespoon rice vinegar ((use distilled white vinegar for Gluten Free))
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons hot sauce ((optional))
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (, or to taste)
black pepper (, to taste)
serve with lemon wedges (, optional)

Steps:

Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, optional hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
Place the chicken in one bowl. Place the broccoli and onions in another. Divide the marinade between the two bowls, stirring to coat each completely.
Air Fry: Add just the chicken to the air fryer basket/tray. Air Fry at 380°F/195°C for 10 minutes. Stir in the broccoli and onions with the chicken (make sure to include all the marinade). Continue to Air Fry at 380°F/195°C for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Make sure to stir halfway through cooking so broccoli gets cooked evenly.
Add additional salt and pepper, to taste. Squeeze optional fresh lemon juice on top and serve warm.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, broccoli and onion. Toss ingredients together.
Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, optional hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken, broccoli and onions to the marinade. Stir thoroughly to combine the marinade with chicken, broccoli and onions.
Air Fry: Add ingredients to air fryer basket/tray. Air Fry 380°F/195°C for 16-20 minutes, shaking and gently tossing halfway through cooking. Make sure to toss so that everything cooks evenly. Check chicken to make sure it's cooked through. If not, cook for additional 3-5 minutes.
Add additional salt and pepper, to taste. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 619 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR-FRYER CHICKEN PARMESAN

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Quick, simple and oh-so-tasty, this air-fryer chicken parmesan recipe is the perfect weeknight dish to have on hand. It's just as crispy as the classic, if not crispier! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 large eggs
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 cup pasta sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Chopped fresh basil, optional

Steps:

Preheat air-fryer to 375°. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat eggs. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese and pepper. Dip chicken in egg, then coat with crumb mixture. , Place chicken in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until a thermometer reads 165°, 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through. Top chicken with sauce and cheese. Cook until cheese is melted, 3-4 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 215mg cholesterol, Sodium 863mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 49g protein.

Tips

To make sure your chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
If you don't have an air fryer, you can cook this recipe in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the broccoli is tender.
For a crispier chicken, cook it for an additional 2-3 minutes.
If you want to add more vegetables to this recipe, try adding sliced carrots, zucchini, or bell peppers.
To make this recipe ahead of time, cook the chicken and broccoli according to the directions, then let it cool completely. Store the chicken and broccoli in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat the chicken and broccoli in the air fryer or oven until warmed through.

Conclusion

This air fryer parmesan chicken with broccoli is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is both healthy and delicious. The chicken is tender and juicy, the broccoli is perfectly cooked, and the parmesan cheese adds a delicious flavor. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.