Description
This Air Fryer Greek Chicken and Veggies recipe features tender, marinated chicken breasts paired with vibrant zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Finished with crumbly feta cheese, this dish offers a healthy, flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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For the 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
For the 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
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Pound the Chicken: Place the 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 well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pour half of the marinade over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated. Place the chicken in a sealable bag or shallow dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 8 hours for best flavor.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the chicken marinates, chop zucchini and red onion into 1/2-inch pieces. Add these along with the cherry tomatoes to a mixing bowl and toss them with the remaining half of the marinade.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to preheat to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 7 minutes initially.
- Add the Vegetables: Flip the chicken breasts over, add the marinated vegetables to the basket alongside the chicken, and continue cooking for an additional 7 to 8 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked chicken and vegetables to plates, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, and serve hot for a delicious Mediterranean meal.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for longer (up to 8 hours) enhances flavor and tenderness.
- You can adjust the amount of Greek seasoning according to your taste preference.
- If you do not have an air fryer, this recipe can be adapted to oven roasting at 400°F for about 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
