Lemon Garlic Chicken with Herbed Rice and Crispy Broccoli

A zesty and flavorful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts, lemon-infused garlic sauce, served with herb-infused rice and air-fried crispy broccoli.

Total time: 30 min

Servings: 2

Calories: 600 per serving

Protein: 42g | Carbs: 65g | Fat: 20g

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 large potato, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2. In a bowl, mix 1/2 of the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, and honey. Add salt and pepper to taste. Coat chicken breasts with the mixture.
3. 3. Place the chicken in the air fryer and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
4. 4. Meanwhile, rinse the rice under cold water. In a pot on the stove top, bring 2 cups of water to boil, add a pinch of salt, 1/2 of the chopped onion, and the rice. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 12 minutes.
5. 5. In a separate pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the remaining garlic and onion, sauté until translucent. Add diced potato and sauté until lightly golden. Season with salt and pepper.
6. 6. Transfer the potatoes to the air fryer, alongside the chicken, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7. 7. Add broccoli florets to the air fryer in the last 5 minutes to cook until they are crispy.
8. 8. Once the chicken is cooked through and golden, let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the chicken and serve atop the herbed rice with the crispy broccoli and potatoes.
9. 9. Drizzle with remaining lemon sauce before serving.