Description
This Zucchini Chicken Stir Fry in the Air Fryer is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal featuring tender boneless chicken thighs and vibrant vegetables seasoned with paprika, Creole spices, and herbs. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner, it combines the convenience of the air fryer with fresh ingredients for a deliciously easy stir fry.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 zucchini, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 or 1/3 small onion, sliced
Meat
- 4–6 boneless chicken thighs, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon Knorr bouillon powder
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning (e.g., Tony Rancher’s)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- A couple of parsley leaves (optional, for garnishing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables and Chicken: Gather all ingredients. Wash and cut zucchini, bell peppers, and onions into bite-sized pieces. Clean the boneless chicken thighs and cut them into pieces roughly the same size as the vegetables to ensure even cooking.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the chicken, zucchini, bell peppers, and onions into a large mixing bowl.
- Season: Sprinkle paprika, Knorr bouillon powder, Creole seasoning, onion powder, salt, dried thyme, and black pepper over the ingredients. Drizzle the olive or avocado oil and thoroughly mix with a spatula or clean hand to evenly coat everything.
- Air Fry: Transfer the seasoned chicken and vegetables into the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 10 minutes. Preheating the air fryer is optional.
- Check Halfway: At the 5-minute mark, check the chicken’s internal temperature using a meat thermometer to ensure it is cooking properly; it should reach 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption. Stir or shake the basket gently if needed. If the basket is crowded, cook in batches to promote even cooking.
- Serve: Once fully cooked and vegetables are tender, remove from the air fryer, garnish with parsley leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking; cook in batches if necessary.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to your taste preference or dietary restrictions.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken is safely cooked.
- Olive oil and avocado oil can be used interchangeably based on preference.
- Parsley garnish adds freshness but is optional.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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