HEALTHY Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes
Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes is an easy one-basket meal.
Ingredients
- 2 medium potatoes diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 chicken breasts diced into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic crushed and divided
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika divided
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes divided (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme optional
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes with 1 crushed garlic clove, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, half of the chili flakes, ½ teaspoon salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss until evenly coated.
- Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. Flip halfway through cooking.
- While the potatoes cook, add the chicken pieces to the same bowl. Mix with the remaining garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, thyme, and olive oil until well coated.
- After the potatoes have cooked for 10 minutes, carefully remove the basket. Push the potatoes to one side and add the seasoned chicken to the other side.
- Continue cooking the Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes for another 10 minutes, flipping both the chicken and potatoes halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Once fully cooked, remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables.
- Add bell peppers, onions, or zucchini for a complete one-basket meal.
- Boneless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts.
- Fresh lemon juice adds a bright finish just before serving.
- For meal prep, divide into containers and refrigerate for easy lunches.