Air Fryer Pumpkin Spice Chicken Dinner
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1.5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Start by prepping your vegetables and chicken. Ensure the chicken cubes and pumpkin chunks are roughly the same size, about one inch, so they cook at the same rate. Halve the Brussels sprouts and place everything into a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything thoroughly until every piece is well-coated with the spice blend.
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 3 to 5 minutes. A preheated air fryer ensures that the chicken starts searing immediately, which helps lock in the moisture and creates a better texture.
- Place the chicken and vegetable mixture into the air fryer basket in a single layer. If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook in two batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 18 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
- Check the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). The pumpkin should be fork-tender and the Brussels sprouts should have charred edges. Remove from the air fryer and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.