Dinner

Air Fryer Roast Dinner with Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, and Peas Recipe

ByBen Miller January 4, 2026January 4, 2026

Introduction

This air fryer roast dinner is a quick and delicious way to enjoy a classic meal without the usual oven wait. With crispy potatoes, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked vegetables, it’s an easy one-pot dinner that comes together in under an hour.

A black oval plate sits on a white marbled surface, holding a meal arranged in four sections. On the left, there is a sliced piece of golden brown roasted chicken breast with a slightly crispy skin and visible black pepper specks. To the upper right, there are several orange roasted carrot sticks, tender with a bit of char on the edges. Below the carrots, golden roasted potato chunks with a crispy outer layer are stacked. At the bottom of the plate, there is a small pile of bright green peas, smooth and round. To the right side of the plate, a silver knife and fork rest on the white marbled surface. In the background, there is a cup of dark liquid and salt and pepper shakers. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2-3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
3 tsp vegetable, olive, or rapeseed oil
1 large or 2 small chicken breasts, skin-on
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into batons
100g frozen peas
Gravy, to serve

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the potatoes in water for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse them well. Heat the air fryer for 2 minutes. Dry the potatoes thoroughly, then place them in a bowl. Drizzle with 1 tsp of oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Arrange the potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer if possible. Cook for 10 minutes at 190°C.
Step 2: While the potatoes cook, coat the chicken breasts with 1 tsp of oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. After the potatoes have cooked for 10 minutes, move them to the sides of the basket and place the chicken in the centre. Cook for 10 minutes at 190°C.
Step 3: Coat the carrots with the remaining 1 tsp of oil. When the chicken has cooked for 10 minutes, remove it from the basket. Add the carrots to the potatoes and mix them together. Push the vegetables to the sides again and return the chicken to the centre. Cook for another 10-15 minutes at 190°C. Check the chicken for doneness by piercing the thickest part; the juices should run clear or a meat thermometer should read 70°C. If needed, cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and rest it covered with foil.
Step 4: Place the frozen peas in a small ovenproof dish or mug with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with foil to retain moisture. Put the dish in the air fryer basket where the chicken was and cook for 10 minutes at 190°C. The potatoes should be golden and crisp, the carrots tender, and the peas warmed through. Slice the chicken and serve with the vegetables and gravy.

Tips & Variations

Soaking the potatoes before cooking helps achieve extra crispy edges.
Use skin-on chicken breasts for juicier meat and a crispier texture.
Try adding herbs like rosemary or thyme to the potatoes and chicken for extra flavor.
Swap frozen peas for green beans or broccoli florets based on your preference.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven at 180°C until warmed through to keep the potatoes crisp and the chicken tender. Avoid microwaving if possible to maintain texture.

How to Serve

A black oval plate sits on a white marbled texture surface, holding a neatly arranged meal of four main parts: on the left, sliced grilled chicken breast with a golden brown, slightly crispy skin and a tender white inside, in the middle piled golden roasted potato chunks with a shiny, crispy outer layer, at the top, long roasted carrot sticks with a bright orange hue and slightly charred tips, and at the bottom, a small mound of fresh, bright green peas. The plate is accompanied by silver knife and fork on the right side and a cup of tea in the upper right corner, with salt and pepper shakers on the upper left. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of chicken for this recipe?

Yes, you can use chicken thighs or drumsticks, but cooking times may vary. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 70°C for safety.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can roast this meal in a conventional oven. Adjust cooking times and use a roasting tray, turning the vegetables and checking the chicken regularly.