Dinner

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

ByCleo Brixton January 5, 2026January 5, 2026

Introduction

This air fryer roast dinner is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a classic meal with less fuss and less time. Juicy chicken breasts, crispy potatoes, and tender carrots come together perfectly for a comforting plate that’s easy to prepare.

On a large black oval plate, there are four main layers of food arranged in sections. At the bottom left, sliced grilled chicken breast with a golden brown peppered crust shows tender white meat inside. Directly below the chicken, a pile of bright green cooked peas forms the base. Above the peas and next to the chicken, several golden brown roasted potato chunks with a crisp outside are stacked. Filling the top half of the plate is a layer of long roasted carrot sticks with a vibrant orange color and slightly charred tips. The plate sits on a textured beige cloth next to a knife and fork on a white marbled surface, with a salt shaker set and a cup of tea nearby. 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 thoroughly. Heat the air fryer for 2 minutes while drying the potatoes completely.
Step 2: Place the dried potatoes in a bowl, drizzle with 1 teaspoon of oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat, then arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer if possible. Cook at 190°C for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Meanwhile, coat the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 4: After the potatoes have cooked for 10 minutes, push them to the sides of the basket and place the chicken in the center. Cook everything at 190°C for 10 minutes.
Step 5: Toss the carrots with the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil. Remove the chicken briefly and add the carrots mixed with the potatoes. Move the vegetables to the sides and place the chicken back in the center. Cook at 190°C for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (juices run clear or internal temperature reaches 70°C). If needed, cook the chicken for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 6: Remove the chicken and let it rest covered loosely with foil. Place the frozen peas in a small ovenproof dish or mug with 2 tablespoons of water, cover with foil, and put it in the air fryer basket. Cook at 190°C for 10 minutes.
Step 7: Once everything is cooked, slice the chicken breasts and serve with the crispy potatoes, tender carrots, warm peas, and gravy.

Tips & Variations

Soaking the potatoes before cooking helps achieve a crispier roast texture.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 70°C.
Swap carrots for parsnips or sweet potatoes for a different flavor.
For extra flavor, season vegetables with herbs like rosemary or thyme before cooking.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness, or microwave covered until warmed through. Avoid reheating peas too long to prevent them from becoming mushy.

How to Serve

The dish is served on a large black oval plate resting on a white marbled textured surface. On the bottom left, there is a layer of bright green peas, small and round. To the left center, several pieces of golden roasted chicken breast are sliced and laid out closely, showing a slightly crispy skin with black pepper seasoning. At the top center, there are long, slightly charred roasted carrots with a vibrant orange color, arranged in a neat pile. To the right center, medium golden roasted potato chunks are stacked, having a crispy exterior and soft-looking inside. The setting includes a silver knife and fork on the right side and a white cup with dark liquid near the top right, alongside salt and pepper shakers towards the top left. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen potatoes instead of fresh?

Fresh potatoes work best for this recipe because soaking and drying them helps to get the crispy texture. Frozen potatoes may cook unevenly and might not crisp up as well.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can roast the chicken and vegetables in a conventional oven at 200°C, adjusting cooking times to about 40-50 minutes total, turning the vegetables halfway through to ensure even cooking.