Broccoli Cheddar Chicken

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon Kosher salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1 cup broccoli florets, steamed and finely chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp dried parsley
Cooking spray, for greasing

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar, mayonnaise, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.
Divide the broccoli cheddar mixture among the chicken breasts, spreading it on top evenly.
In a separate bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and dried parsley. Sprinkle this mixture over the broccoli cheddar topped chicken breasts, pressing down slightly to adhere.
Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the topping is golden brown.
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Equipment

Air Fryer
Cooking Spray
Parchment Paper, optional

Notes

Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking. If they are particularly thick, consider butterflying or pounding them for even thickness.
Freshly shredded cheese is recommended as it melts better than pre-packaged shredded cheese.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 33gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 1183mgPotassium: 544mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 654IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 238mgIron: 1mg