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Air Fryer Lemon Herb Chicken and Asparagus
Experience tender, flavorful chicken breast paired with perfectly cooked, slightly crisp asparagus, all infused with bright lemon and aromatic herbs. This light and healthy air fryer meal comes together in minutes, perfect for any night of the week.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken and Asparagus
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Prepare Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces and asparagus pieces. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- 3
Air Fry
Arrange the chicken and asparagus mixture in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature) and the asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly charred.
- 4
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh lemon wedges. This dish is great on its own or served over rice, quinoa, or pasta.
Nutrition per serving: 310 cal · 38g protein · 10g carbs · 13g fat · 3g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
