Za’atar Chicken Schnitzels with Mediterranean Salad

Za’atar Chicken Schnitzels with Mediterranean Salad

Portions:4 servings
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Equipment

Ingrediënten

Prep Time: 20 minutes / Cooking Time: 10 minutes

  • 4 fresh chicken schnitzels approximately 6½ ounces each
  • Olive oil cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon za’atar spice blend
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 12 trimmed red or watermelon radishes thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 ounces baby cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 2 cans chickpeas 15 ounces each, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup fresh dill sprigs
  • 4 pita breads warmed
  • Hummus and lemon wedges for serving

Instructies

  • Preheat your air fryer to 350ËšF for about 3 minutes.
  • Spray the chicken schnitzels generously with olive oil, then sprinkle them with the za’atar spice blend.
  • Carefully place the schnitzels in the air fryer basket, then slide it back into the appliance.
  • Keep the temperature set at 350ËšF and set the timer for 12 minutes, cooking until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Once done, transfer the cooked schnitzels to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing them thickly.
  • In a bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, and crushed garlic.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, chickpeas, and dill.
  • Toss gently to combine.
  • Spread the warm pita breads with hummus, then top with the prepared salad and the sliced chicken schnitzel.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.
  • Tips:
  • If you prefer, you can make your own chicken schnitzels following a recipe similar to Chicken Parmi.
  • Za’atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend that contains thyme, sumac, sesame seeds, and salt.
  • It can be found in major supermarkets and delis.
  • Alternatively, you can make your own za’atar by combining 1 tsp dried thyme, ½ tsp crushed sesame seeds, and ÂĽ tsp each of sumac and salt.
  • Warm the pita breads by placing them in the residual heat of the air fryer.
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Recipe Category Airfryer / Chicken / Main Dish
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