Healthy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken with Broccoli
🍗 A crispy and wholesome dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! 🌿
🌟 Why This Dish Stands Out
- Crispy & Flavorful: A light coating of panko and Parmesan creates a perfectly crunchy exterior for the chicken
- Nutrient-Rich: Paired with charred broccoli and a tangy yogurt sauce, this meal is both satisfying and nutritious
- Quick & Easy: Made in the air fryer, this recipe minimizes prep time and cleanup
🥄 Steps to Prepare
- Prepare the Coating:
In a shallow bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, season lightly with salt and pepper, and brush both sides with Dijon mustard. Press the chicken into the panko mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
- Season the Broccoli:
Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until evenly coated.
- Air-Fry the Chicken and Broccoli:
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place the chicken in the basket and cook for about 6 minutes, or until golden and starting to crisp. Flip the chicken, position it in the center of the basket, and scatter the broccoli around the perimeter. Continue cooking for 8 more minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and the broccoli is tender and slightly charred.
- Make the Yogurt Sauce:
Stir together yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Serve the sauce alongside the chicken and broccoli for dipping.
💬 Pro Tip: The yogurt sauce adds a refreshing tang that balances the richness of the Parmesan chicken. For added variety, swap broccoli for other vegetables like cauliflower or green beans.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
- Mix olive oil and spices in a bowl
- Coat chicken breasts with the mixture
- Place chicken in air fryer basket
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)