Description
A zesty, one-pan air fryer meal featuring juicy chicken thighs coated in a homemade Cajun spice blend, paired with colorful roasted vegetables for a healthy, flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the Cajun spice blend.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry, then rub them evenly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the Cajun spice blend.
- In a large bowl, toss the bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer. Air fry for 10 minutes.
- Flip the chicken thighs, add the vegetables around them in the basket, and air fry for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.