Easy Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables Recipe

Fresh and Flavorful Air Fryer Balsamic Chicken and Veggies

This much loved recipe is adapted from one of my favorite cooking websites, and let me tell you, this Mel’s Kitchen Cafe sheet pan recipe was amazing before the air fryer (you can easily bake this recipe in your oven). This one gets even better with crisp-tender veggies and juicy chicken in less time by using you guessed it the air fryer.

Depending on your serving size, the air fryer can cut your cooking time in half. I’m so excited to share this balsamic chicken and veggies recipe with you — it’s a family favorite, always a hit when served to guests — and a great way to make healthy air fryer chicken and veggies any night of the week.

Watch me whip up this air fryer balsamic chicken and veggies, and more healthy recipes in this video.

Fresh Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables with Balsamic Vinegar Marinade

I love this recipe because it is super adaptable. Here are the vegetables I love to use, but feel free to experiment with your own favorites!

• 1 1/2 lbs chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 of each: small zucchini squash & small yellow squash (about 12 oz each), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 head of broccoli, chopped into bite-sized pieces (about 4 cups chopped)
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 1–2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

I’ve made it without the yellow squash before and I have also added sweet potato. Sweet potatoes take longer to cook, so air fry them first for 10–15 minutes, then add to the mix.

Flavorful Balsamic Marinade Ingredients

The balsamic marinade is the best part of this recipe. To marinate the chicken and vegetables, you will need:

• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
• 1–2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

How to Make Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables

How to Cook Chicken and Vegetables Together in the Air Fryer

This recipe is a breeze because you can cook the chicken and vegetables at the same time. It’s a simple one-pot air fryer recipe!

Lay down a single layer of the mixture in the air fryer (about half the bowl). Cook at 370°F/185°C for 12 minutes. At the halfway point, mix with a silicone spoon. Then cook at 400°F/200°C for another 5 minutes or until the chicken registers 165°F/74°C on your instant-read thermometer.

Easy Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies (No-Marinade Option)

If you’re short on time, you can skip the marinade and still make delicious air fryer chicken and veggies. Toss bite-sized chicken and mixed vegetables with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Air fry at 370°F for 12 minutes, stir, then finish at 400°F for ~5 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F. Simple, healthy, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Want a lighter version without marinade? Try our Healthy Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies.

Important Tips:

• This recipe is very easy but you need to plan for the marination time. The most important step is letting your chicken and veggies marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours).
• Like all air fryer recipes, cooking time and temperature will vary by model. Watch your veggies closely and don’t be afraid to adjust or remove the veggies early. For food safety, chicken should reach 165°F internal; learn more at FoodSafety.gov.

Check out: 12 Air Fryer Mistakes to avoid for better results.

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as our family does. My favorite part of this air fryer chicken and veggies recipe is the fresh, summery vibe — even in winter — and that sweet balsamic aroma calls everyone to the table. Whether you use the marinade or keep it simple with olive oil and spices, it’s a fast, flavorful dinner you’ll make again and again.

More of my favorite air fryer chicken recipes:

• How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
• The Easiest Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
• Healthy Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies

FAQs about Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies with Balsamic Marinade

Tasty Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies with Balsamic Marinade

This tasty, flavorful, and fresh balsamic chicken and vegetables in the air fryer is a HUGE hit in our home.

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Print Pin Rate

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 17 minutes minutes

Total Time: 42 minutes minutes

Serves: 8

Adjust Servings: 8

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Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

Veggies

• 2 small zucchini squash about 12 oz each, cut into bite sized pieces
• 2 small yellow squash about 12 oz each, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1 bell pepper cut into bite sized pieces
• 1 head of broccoli chopped into bite sized pieces (about 4 cups chopped)
• 1 small red onion chopped into bite sized pieces
• 1 ½ lbs chicken cut into bite sized pieces
• 1-2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes halved

Marinade

• ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
• 1-2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

• Chop veggies & chicken into bite sized pieces and stir together in a large bowl
• In a separate bowl, blend marinade together
• Stir marinade into veggies & chicken and marinate for 15 min-2 hours.
• Cook half batch for 370°F/187°C for 12 min (stirring once at halfway point)
• Cook for 5 more minutes at 400°F/204°C or until chicken registers 165°F/74°C & veggies are desired tenderness.

Recipe Notes

Like all air fryer recipes, cooking time and temperature will change depending on your model. So watch your veggies closely and don’t be afraid to adjust and make changes to your time and temperature!

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 355mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g

Recipe Adapted From: Mel's Kitchen Cafe