Air Fryer Pesto Chicken
This air fryer pesto chicken is flavor-packed, super easy, and ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
Equipment
- meat mallet
Ingredients
- 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 1/3 cup Basil Pesto
- 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 tbsp Sun-Dried Tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- Fresh Basil Leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- If the chicken breasts are very thick or uneven, place them between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin to an even 3/4-inch thickness. This ensures they cook evenly so you get juicy results throughout.
- Rub each chicken breast lightly with olive oil on both sides, then season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Spread a generous tablespoon of basil pesto evenly over the top of each seasoned chicken breast, covering the entire surface.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375F. Place the chicken breasts pesto-side up in the basket in a single layer with a bit of space between them.
- Air fry for 10 minutes. Open the air fryer and top each chicken breast with shredded mozzarella cheese and a scattering of chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 326kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 42gFat: 16g
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