Quick Air Fryer Pasta and Cheese Gratin with Chicken and Vegetables

Steps

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1. 1
   Boil a generous amount of water and add the pasta. If the pasta cooks in 7 minutes, reduce cooking time by 1 minute since it will continue to cook in the gratin. Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
   ≈0:39
2. 2
   Peel and remove seeds from the butternut squash, then cut it into small cubes. Roughly chop the mushrooms and combine with the squash.
   ≈0:51
3. 3
   Cut the chicken breasts into small cubes and add to the vegetable mixture.
   ≈1:23
4. 4
   Season with the spice blend, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and mix well.
   ≈1:45
5. 5
   Spread the seasoned mixture on parchment paper in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes at 180°C (350°F). For a conventional oven, cook for 20 minutes at 180°C.
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6. 6
   Once vegetables and chicken are cooked, add the cooked pasta and mix everything together. Stir in most of the grated cheese, reserving some for the top of the dish to create a golden crust.
   ≈2:21
7. 7
   Transfer the pasta mixture to a gratin dish, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and cook in the air fryer for 6 minutes at 195°C until golden brown. For a conventional oven, bake at 200°C for 10 minutes or use the grill function.
   ≈3:07
8. 8
   Remove from the air fryer or oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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