Air Fried Herb Chicken With Spiced Oat Pilaf Recipe

English cuisine · 1 servings · 612 calories

Air Fried Herb Chicken with Spiced Oat Pilaf recipe

About this recipe

Start your morning with the perfect balance of flavors and nutrition in this Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Spiced Oat Pilaf. Juicy chicken breasts, seasoned with aromatic Lebanese spices, are cooked to perfection in an air fryer, delivering a tender and flavorful protein boost. The accompanying spiced oat pilaf combines the hearty texture of oats with the sweetness of carrots and the zing of fresh lemon juice, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and refreshing. This English-inspired breakfast is not only high in protein and fiber but also dairy-free, making it ideal for those with dietary constraints. Quick to prepare and bursting with nutrients, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to fuel their day with a wholesome and delicious meal. Whether you’re gearing up for a workout or simply need lasting energy for a busy morning, this dish has you covered.

Ingredients

  • 1 Piece Cucumber 1Pc
  • 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
  • 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
  • 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
  • - Saffola Classic Masala Oats
  • 75G Lebanese Seven Spice Mix, 75G
  • 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
  • NaN Fresh Halal Chicken Breast - Boneless Without Skin
  • 1 Lemon - 1 Each
  • 50G Natoora Fresh Italian Flat Leaf Parsley
  • 500 ml Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500 Ml

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C for 5 minutes while prepping the chicken.
  2. 2. Finely chop the parsley. Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, the minced garlic, salt, pepper, half the parsley and the Lebanese Seven Spice Mix.
  3. 3. Place the seasoned chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked through.
  4. 4. While the chicken cooks, finely dice the carrots and cucumber for the oat pilaf preparation.
  5. 5. Heat 250 ml water in a saucepan and add Saffola Classic Masala Oats, stirring to avoid clumps.
  6. 6. Mix the diced carrots into the oats and cook for 5 minutes until they soften and blend with the oats.
  7. 7. Remove the chicken from the air fryer, ensuring it is cooked through and juicy inside.
  8. 8. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the oat pilaf for brightness and flavor balance.
  9. 9. Plate the chicken alongside the spiced oat pilaf and garnish with the remaining parsley and the diced cucumber for a refreshing crunch.
  10. 10. Serve warm and enjoy a balanced, flavorful breakfast packed with protein and fiber.

How to make Air Fried Herb Chicken With Spiced Oat Pilaf

  1. Season the chicken. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C for 5 minutes. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper and seven spice mix.
  2. Air fry the chicken. Place the seasoned chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Meanwhile, finely dice the carrots and cucumber.
  3. Cook the oat pilaf. Heat water in a saucepan and add the masala oats, stirring to avoid clumps. Mix in the diced carrots and cook for 5 minutes until they soften and blend with the oats.
  4. Finish the pilaf. Remove the chicken from the air fryer, making sure it is cooked through and juicy inside. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the oat pilaf for brightness.
  5. Plate and serve. Plate the chicken alongside the spiced oat pilaf and garnish with the diced cucumber for a refreshing crunch. Serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Air Fried Herb Chicken with Spiced Oat Pilaf take?
About 35 minutes: 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking. The oat pilaf cooks on the hob while the chicken is in the air fryer.
Is Air Fried Herb Chicken with Spiced Oat Pilaf vegetarian?
No, it is not vegetarian. It is built around chicken breasts rubbed with garlic, olive oil and Lebanese seven spice, served with a carrot and oat pilaf.
What temperature should I air fry the herb chicken at?
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C and cook the seasoned chicken breasts there, flipping them halfway through so both sides brown evenly and stay juicy.
Can I cook the herb chicken in the oven instead of an air fryer?
Yes, roast it on a lined tray in a hot oven until cooked through with no pink inside. It browns a little less, so brush it with a touch more oil.
How do I stop the oat pilaf going lumpy?
Stir the oats into the hot water steadily so they do not clump, then keep stirring as the diced carrots cook in. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens it.