Description
A quick and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken and Peppers recipe that combines tender chicken breast with colorful bell peppers, marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this dish cooks briskly in the air fryer for a crispy, juicy result served over white rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Peppers
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 small green bell pepper
Marinade and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Optional
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the correct temperature before cooking.
- Prepare Ingredients: Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and slice them into 1-inch cubes. Remove seeds and ribs from the bell peppers, then cut the peppers into 1-inch pieces.
- Marinate: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken cubes and bell peppers with the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, coarse salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
- Air Fry: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the chicken and pepper mixture in a single layer in the basket to ensure even cooking. Cook for 6 minutes, then shake the basket to redistribute the ingredients. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Finish and Serve: While the chicken and peppers are still hot, sprinkle the brown sugar over them and toss gently to dissolve the sugar and add a subtle sweetness. Serve the dish over cooked white rice if desired for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Leftover chicken and peppers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitute brown sugar with honey or maple syrup for a different sweetener option.
- Using low sodium soy sauce helps control the salt content of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
