A simple and flavorful salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper, then roasted in the air fryer until cooked through. The vegetables are tossed with olive oil and roasted until tender and slightly browned. The chicken and vegetables are then combined in a bowl and tossed with your desired dressing.
This recipe was inspired by a dish I had at a local restaurant. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly roasted. I couldn't stop thinking about it, so I decided to try to recreate it at home. After a few tries, I finally got it just right. I've been making this salad for my family and friends ever since, and it's always a hit.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Season the chicken breasts with the olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, toss the broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and red onion with olive oil.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes.
Add the vegetables to the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
Slice the chicken and add it to a bowl with the roasted vegetables.
Drizzle with the desired amount of dressing and toss to coat.
Why It Works
The air fryer cooks the chicken quickly and evenly, resulting in tender and juicy meat.
Roasting the vegetables in the air fryer gives them a slightly browned exterior and a tender interior.
The combination of the chicken and vegetables makes for a satisfying and flavorful salad.
The salad can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables or dressings.