Description
This Air Fryer Greek Chicken and Veggies recipe combines tender, marinated chicken breasts with fresh zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes, all cooked quickly in the air fryer for a healthy and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal. Topped with crumbled feta cheese, this dish is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner or a light lunch.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/2 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
Topping
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Pound the Chicken: Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
- Mix the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Greek seasoning, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pour half of the marinade over the chicken breasts, making sure they are evenly coated. Seal the dish or bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours, to develop flavor.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the chicken marinates, chop zucchini and red onion into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine them with cherry tomatoes in a bowl and toss with the remaining marinade to coat.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to preheat for cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts into the air fryer basket and cook for 7 minutes.
- Add the Vegetables: Flip the chicken breasts over, then add the marinated vegetables to the basket around the chicken. Continue cooking for 7 to 8 minutes more, or until the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked chicken and vegetables to plates and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy hot.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken for a minimum of 1 hour but up to 8 hours if time permits.
- Ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Feel free to substitute Greek seasoning with a mix of oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and rosemary if preferred.
- Adjust vegetables as desired; bell peppers or mushrooms also work well in this recipe.
- If your air fryer basket is small, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
