Ingredients
Chicken and Vegetables
- 21 oz chicken breast (sliced into strips)
- 2 red bell peppers (sliced)
- 2 green bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp dried oregano or mixed herbs
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- Juice of ½ lemon
Chimichurri Sauce
- 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 small garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- Pinch chili flakes (optional)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken strips with half of the spices—paprika, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder—along with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss everything until the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade.
- Prepare Vegetables: Add the sliced red and green bell peppers and onion to the bowl with the remaining spices. Toss again to season the vegetables thoroughly. For best flavor, let the mixture marinate for 15–30 minutes, although this step is optional.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat while preparing the chicken and vegetables.
- Air Fry Chicken and Veggies: Arrange the marinated chicken and vegetables in the air fryer basket in a loose, even layer. Avoid overcrowding by working in batches if necessary. Air fry for 25–30 minutes, shaking or tossing the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and the edges of the veggies are lightly charred.
- Make Chimichurri Sauce: While the chicken and vegetables cook, mix together the finely chopped parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, chili flakes if using, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Let the sauce sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Plate the hot chicken and vegetables, then spoon the chimichurri sauce generously over the top before serving for a fresh, tangy finish.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken and vegetables for at least 15 minutes enhances the flavors but can be skipped if short on time.
- For a spicier chimichurri, increase the chili flakes or add fresh chopped chili peppers.
- Ensure the air fryer basket is not overcrowded for even cooking and crisp edges.
- If you don’t have dried oregano for the chimichurri, fresh oregano can be a good substitute.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Low Fat
