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A delicious plate of Air Fryer Chicken Spelt

Air Fryer Chicken Spelt

This delightful dish combines tender air-fried chicken with wholesome spelt grains for a nutritious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spelt
  • 240 g spelt grains
  • 30 ml olive oil
  • 1 cucchiaino garlic powder
  • 1 cucchiaino onion powder
  • 1 cucchiaino smoked paprika
  • 1 cucchiaino salt to taste
  • 1 cucchiaino pepper to taste
  • 480 ml chicken broth for cooking spelt
  • 10 g fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

  1. Rinse the spelt grains under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine spelt and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain any excess liquid and set aside.
  2. While the spelt cooks, preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the mixture.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12 minutes.
  5. After 12 minutes, flip the chicken and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve over the cooked spelt and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Ensure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking. This recipe pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.