Air Fryer Paleo Chicken and Broccoli

This air fryer paleo chicken and broccoli is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's healthy and delicious. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the broccoli is crispy and flavorful. All you need is a few simple ingredients and an air fryer to make this dish.

I first developed this recipe when I was looking for a healthy and easy way to cook chicken and broccoli. I had tried roasting them in the oven, but the chicken always came out dry and the broccoli was mushy. I then tried cooking them in a skillet, but the chicken always stuck to the pan and the broccoli browned too quickly. Finally, I tried cooking them in an air fryer, and I was amazed at how well it worked. The chicken came out juicy and tender, and the broccoli was crispy and flavorful. I've been making this dish ever since, and it's become a favorite of my family and friends.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, broccoli, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
3. Place the chicken and broccoli on the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the broccoli is tender and slightly charred.

Why It Works

• The air fryer circulates hot air around the food, which cooks it evenly and quickly without drying it out.
• The olive oil helps to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
• The salt and pepper add flavor to the chicken and broccoli.
• The broccoli is cooked until it is tender and slightly charred, which gives it a delicious smoky flavor.