Air Fryer Harissa Chicken Breasts with Roasted Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

Coated in smoky harissa spice, air fried to perfection, paired with vibrant roasted vegetables for a quick and healthy meal prep. This Mediterranean-inspired meal-prep recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, harissa paste, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp harissa paste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups zucchini (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
• 1 large red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 medium red onion (cut into wedges)
• 4 lemon wedges
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp harissa paste, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade. Rub evenly over 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Place chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and outside is slightly charred.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, toss 2 cups sliced zucchini, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, and 1 medium red onion cut into wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in a 400°F oven for 15 minutes until tender and caramelized.
4. Step 4: Slice chicken breasts and serve atop the roasted vegetables. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and serve with 4 lemon wedges for squeezing.