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Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Cost $12, save $8

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  • 10 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Marinated Chicken

    • 2 teaspoons pesto
    • 🧄 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 🍗 1 pound boneless chicken breasts

  • Seasoned Zucchini

    • 2 teaspoons olive oil
    • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • 🧂 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Bowl Base and Toppings

    • 2 cups cooked quinoa
    • 🍅 1 cup grape tomatoes
    • 1/4 cup feta cheese

STEPS

1

Mix together pesto and garlic powder in a bowl. Add chicken to bowl and stir until evenly coated.

2

In a separate bowl, mix together olive oil, pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Add zucchini to the bowl and stir until evenly coated.

3

Preheat an air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

4

Lightly spray air fryer with nonstick spray. Place chicken on one side, and place seasoned zucchini on the other side.

5

Fry in the preheated air fryer until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of chicken reads 165°F (74°C), about 10 minutes.

6

Mix cooked quinoa and chopped basil leaves together.

7

In a bowl, place 1 cup quinoa, ½ cup chopped tomatoes, half the chicken breasts, and half the zucchini spears. Top each bowl with half the feta cheese and serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

739

Calories

  • 84
    Protein
  • 47
    Carbs
  • 23
    Fats

💡 For added flavor, use homemade pesto if available.You can swap out feta for goat cheese or omit for a dairy-free option.Prepare quinoa in advance to save time during busy weeknights.This dish is perfect for meal prepping and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.