Enjoy a quick and delicious lunch with this easy and fast Parmesan Chicken Salad recipe, featuring air-fried chicken, fresh greens, and a homemade vinaigrette.
For the chicken: Cube 1 chicken breast. In a bowl, combine the cubed chicken with 1 tbsp of oil, 1 tbsp of fresh oregano, 1/2 tsp of garlic powder, 1/2 tsp of salt, 1/3 cup of Parmesan cheese, and 2 tbsp of breadcrumbs. Mix well to coat. Cook in an air fryer for 15 minutes at 390°F (200°C) until golden.
For the salad: In a large bowl, mix together greens, cooked quinoa, chopped tomato, cucumber, avocado, and pumpkin seeds. Add the previously prepared Parmesan chicken to the salad.
For the vinaigrette: Combine 4 tbsp of olive oil, 2 tbsp of balsamic vinegar, the juice of 1/2 lemon, and a pinch of salt in a small jar or bowl. Shake or whisk well to combine.
To serve: Add the vinaigrette to the salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately, shaving some extra Parmesan cheese on top.
