Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Weight Loss Edition)
Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Weight Loss Edition)
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 1/4 teaspoons 21 seasoning salute
- 1 1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 1/4 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup ghee
For Serving (Optional)
- 2 bags riced cauliflower
- 2 bags organic broccoli florets
Instructions
- 1
Pat the cubed chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning adhere better and promotes browning.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the dried chicken with 2 1/2 teaspoons of 21 seasoning salute, 2 1/2 teaspoons of smoked paprika, 2 1/2 teaspoons of garlic powder, 2 1/2 teaspoons of onion powder, 2 1/2 teaspoons of black pepper, 2 1/2 teaspoons of chili powder, and 5 teaspoons of parsley flakes. Toss thoroughly to ensure all chicken pieces are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the seasoned chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 375
- 4
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the garlic Parmesan sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the finely chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, 4 tablespoons of minced garlic, and 1/2 cup of ghee. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Once the chicken is fully cooked, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the prepared garlic Parmesan sauce mixture to the warm chicken.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Toss the chicken and sauce together until the chicken is evenly coated. The warmth from the cooked chicken will help melt the ghee, allowing the sauce to cling beautifully.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Portion the Garlic Parmesan Chicken into meal prep containers. Serve immediately or store for later. This dish pairs well with riced cauliflower and steamed broccoli florets for a complete meal.
⏱️ 3 min
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Weight Loss Edition)
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 1/4 teaspoons 21 seasoning salute
- 1 1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 1/4 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup ghee
For Serving (Optional)
- 2 bags riced cauliflower
- 2 bags organic broccoli florets
Instructions
- 1
Pat the cubed chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning adhere better and promotes browning.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
In a large bowl, combine the dried chicken with 2 1/2 teaspoons of 21 seasoning salute, 2 1/2 teaspoons of smoked paprika, 2 1/2 teaspoons of garlic powder, 2 1/2 teaspoons of onion powder, 2 1/2 teaspoons of black pepper, 2 1/2 teaspoons of chili powder, and 5 teaspoons of parsley flakes. Toss thoroughly to ensure all chicken pieces are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the seasoned chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 375 - 4
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the garlic Parmesan sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the finely chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, 4 tablespoons of minced garlic, and 1/2 cup of ghee. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Once the chicken is fully cooked, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the prepared garlic Parmesan sauce mixture to the warm chicken.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Toss the chicken and sauce together until the chicken is evenly coated. The warmth from the cooked chicken will help melt the ghee, allowing the sauce to cling beautifully.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Portion the Garlic Parmesan Chicken into meal prep containers. Serve immediately or store for later. This dish pairs well with riced cauliflower and steamed broccoli florets for a complete meal.
⏱️ 3 min