Air Fryer Tilapia with Chicken
A unique combination of tender chicken and delicate tilapia cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a healthy, quick meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 fillets tilapia fillets
- 2 breasts chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Rub the marinade evenly over both the tilapia and chicken, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them sit for about 15 minutes.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket, spacing them apart. Cook for eight minutes.
- After eight minutes, add the tilapia fillets to the basket with the chicken and cook for another six to eight minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the tilapia flakes easily.
- Once cooked, remove both the chicken and tilapia from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Serving
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve on a bed of fluffy rice, with a crisp side salad, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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Notes
For the best results, preheat the air fryer and consider adding herbs like thyme or dill to the marinade. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked correctly and let the proteins rest after cooking to redistribute the juices.