Zesty Lemon Garlic Air Fryer Chicken Bowl

A bright, protein-packed meal that’s fast, fresh, and incredibly satisfying—perfect for busy U.S. weeknights when you want something healthy without sacrificing flavor. Juicy chicken meets roasted veggies with a lemony garlic kick that tastes like meal prep magic, minus the effort.

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Fast. Fresh. Feel-good fuel in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Optional for serving: cooked quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
Chicken breast and mixed vegetables cooking in an air fryer basket, showing golden-brown texture for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.

Step-by-Step Air Fryer Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.

In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Add vegetables and toss until evenly coated.

Arrange mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).

Air fry for 10 minutes, shake or flip halfway for even browning.

Increase temperature to 400°F and cook 3–5 more minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temp and edges are lightly crisped.

Serve immediately on its own or over your favorite healthy grain base.

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