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chicken pesto air fryer

Chicken Pesto Air Fryer: 30-Minute Flavor Revolution

A simple and delicious chicken dish made in an air fryer with pesto.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken fillets
  • 1/4 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken fillets with pesto, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken fillets.
  • Serve with your favorite side dish.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken, pesto, air fryer, easy recipe, healthy meal