15-30 min4 servingsair fry

Air Fryer Lid - Orecchiette with Roasted Broccoli and Walnuts

By Chop Secrets

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4 servings

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15-30 min

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Easy

Air Fryer Lid - Orecchiette with Roasted Broccoli and Walnuts
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Air Fry, Pressure Cook

Cuisine: Italian, American

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz orecchiette or similar short pasta
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 12 oz broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped walnuts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add pasta and broth to the Instant Pot and stir to combine. Ensure all pasta is submerged, then secure the pressure cooking lid.
  2. Using the display panel select the PRESSURE COOK function and adjust the time to 5 minutes. (If you use another pasta, set the time for 1/2 the stovetop cooking time, rounding up if needed.)
  3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss the broccoli, walnuts, oil and garlic. Set aside.
  4. When the cooking time is up, carefully quick-release the pressure. (As with any starch dishes, be aware that liquid may come out of the vent on release. If that happens, close the vent, wait 30 seconds and try again. Repeat as necessary.)
  5. Move pot contents to a large covered dish, then rinse the pot and return it to the cooker base.
  6. Place the broccoli and walnut mixture in the Air Fryer Basket. Place the Air Fryer Basket on its base, lower into the pot and secure the Air Fryer Lid.
  7. Using the display panel select the AIR FRY program. Adjust the temperature to 360°F and the time to 9 minutes, then select START.
  8. When the display indicates “Turn Food” remove the lid and place it on the protective pad. Use tongs to toss the broccoli and walnut mixture, then replace the Air Fryer Lid to resume the program.
  9. When the program is complete, place the lid on the protective pad. Toss the broccoli and walnuts with the pasta. Season to taste, top with parmesan and serve immediately.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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