Delicious air fryer chicken breast and potatoes - easy dinner! The chicken bites are juicy, seasoned with simple ingredients, air-fried to perfection, and finished with some melted butter.
This is a 30-minute easy chicken dinner you will love. It is also great for meal prep and you can include it. Enjoy the tender chicken breasts and the crispy skin potatoes.
Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes Recipe
This is a delicious chicken and potatoes dinner to go for on busy weeknights. You will love this easy recipe because it is budget-friendly and convenient. There's no need to cook the chicken or potatoes separately, you can have a whole meal without stress. I have discovered that cooking chicken breast in my air fryer is an easy way to make a quick dinner. This juicy air fryer chicken breasts and potatoes is a complete meal!
The air fryer's ability to crisp up the chicken and create golden-brown potatoes without excessive oil is what makes me go back to my air fryer every day. You too can enjoy this healthy and flavorful dish in no time. So go ahead, try out this recipe, and enjoy a delicious meal straight from your air fryer!
Ingredients
Chicken: I used chicken breast but you can use any cut of chicken. Such as bone-in, skin chicken thighs, or boneless chicken thighs.
Potatoes
Onion powder
Paprika
Oregano
Lemon pepper seasoning
Red pepper flakes
Salt
Oil - avocado oil, olive oil, or vegetable oil
Air fryer temperature varies depending on size, make, and model. My delicious cravings recipe time is subject to a preheated air fryer. If you are trying this recipe for the first time, deduct 2 minutes from the cooking time and increase it if needed to allow the food to cook evenly.
How to Cook Chicken Breast and Potatoes in an Air Fryer
Prepare the potatoes - Toss the potatoes in a bowl, adding salt, oregano, oregano, onion powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, and lemon pepper seasoning.
Place potatoes on a chopping board and cut into smaller pieces. Add the potato cubes or wedges to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the herb and spice mixture.
Air fry the potatoes - Transfer the seasoned potatoes to the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes at 185F/365C.
Season the chicken: In another bowl, toss the chicken and green pepper with the remaining seasoning mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides.
After 10 minutes, shake the potatoes in the air fryer basket or use a tong or a spatula. Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the air fryer basket. Spread them out in a single layer for even cooking. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, flip them halfway through, and continue cooking until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F/73C and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Remove from the air fryer once the chicken and potatoes are cooked to perfection. Drizzle some melted butter on the chicken and potatoes. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving to retain its juiciness. Serve the chicken and potatoes and garnish with parmesan cheese or fresh herbs
How to Store and Reheat Chicken Breast and Potatoes
Store leftover chicken breast and potatoes in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Freezer - store for up to 3 months.
Reheat in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 180C/360F.
Tips and Variations
- Marinate the chicken bites in your favorite sauce or seasoning before air frying. Just make sure to pat them dry before adding oil and seasoning mix.
- Adjust the cooking time accordingly, as boneless cuts tend to cook faster. Cut the chicken into similar sizes for even cooking.
- Feel free to customize the seasoning for the potatoes according to your taste. I use different herbs and spices, like garlic powder, chili powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or Italian seasoning.
- You can use any color of bell pepper of your choice or skip it.
- I used russet potatoes but you can you any potatoes of choice. Baby potatoes, red potatoes, or maris piper.
- To avoid dry chicken, try not to overcook them.
FAQs
Can you cook chicken and potatoes in an air fryer at the same time?
Yes, you can cook chicken and potatoes in an air fryer. To avoid undercooked chicken, add it about 8-10 minutes before the end of the cooking time. If the chicken is not well done, cook for an additional 2 minutes.
How long to cook chicken and vegetables together in an air fryer?
It depends on the chicken cut and the size of the potatoes. The cooking time depends on the thickness of the chicken and potatoes.
Do you parboil potatoes before air frying?
There is no need to parboil the potatoes for this recipe. Parboiling depends on the style and size of the potatoes you are cooking. For diced or cubed potatoes, there is no need to parboil them as they cook faster and you would always get the best results every time.
Recipe
Air Fryer Chicken Breast and Potatoes (Easy Dinner)
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 230 g boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3 small-sized potatoes about 420g
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon butter optional
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Prep the potatoes
- Toss the potatoes in a bowl, adding salt, oregano, oregano, onion powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, and lemon pepper seasoning.Add the potato cubes or wedges to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seanoning blend.Transfer the seasoned potatoes to the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes at 185F/365F.
Prepare the chicken and green pepper
- In another bowl, toss the chicken and green pepper with the remaining seasoning mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides.After 10 minutes, shake the potatoes in the air fryer basket or use a tong or a spatula. Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the air fryer basket. Spread them out in a single layer for even cooking. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, flip them halfway through, and continue cooking until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F/73C and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer once the chicken and potatoes are cooked to perfection. Drizzle some melted butter on the chicken and potatoes. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving to retain its juiciness. Serve the chicken and potatoes and garnish with parmesan cheese or fresh herbs.
Notes
Nutrition
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