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30-Minute Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Bowls

Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Bowls
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A delicious and easy pasta salad bowl featuring crispy air-fried chicken, fresh greens, and creamy Caesar dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Beat the egg in another bowl.
  4. Dip chicken breasts in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. While chicken cooks, boil the pasta according to package instructions.
  7. Drain pasta and toss with olive oil.
  8. Slice the cooked chicken into strips.
  9. In a large bowl, combine pasta, romaine lettuce, and Caesar dressing.
  10. Top with chicken strips and shaved Parmesan.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • For extra crispiness, spray chicken with cooking oil before air frying.
  • Add cherry tomatoes or croutons for extra texture.

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