Name: Chicken Breast pockets with melty mozzarella, sliced tomatoes and pesto INSIDE
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 320 g chicken breast ( ); 2 tbsp pesto ( ); 3 tsp extra virgin olive oil (about 15ml); 1 pinch salt (to taste); 1 pinch black pepper (to taste); 0.5 tsp garlic powder ( ); 0.5 tsp oregano ( ); 0.5 tsp paprika ( ); 1 whole tomato; 60 g grated mozzarella

1

Prepare the Chicken

Take your chicken breasts and, using a sharp knife, carefully slice each one horizontally, creating a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through.

2

Fill the Chicken

Spoon the pesto evenly inside each chicken pocket. Layer the tomato slices over the pesto, followed by the grated mozzarella. Close the chicken breast and secure the edges with toothpicks to keep the filling inside.

3

Make the Seasoning Mixture

In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and paprika. Mix well to create a flavourful seasoning blend.

4

Season the Chicken

Brush the seasoning mixture generously all over the outside of the stuffed chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.

5

Air Fry the Chicken

Preheat your air fryer to 200°C. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking and a golden-brown crust.

6

Serve

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer. Before serving, remember to remove all toothpicks.

Chicken Breast pockets with melty mozzarella, sliced tomatoes and pesto INSIDE

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