Description
These Chicken Alfredo Air Fryer Calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy Alfredo sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, all encased in golden, crispy pizza dough calzones cooked perfectly in an air fryer. Optional fresh spinach adds a hint of freshness, making these calzones a flavorful and satisfying dinner option ready in just over 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken and Filling
- 2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought Alfredo sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Dough
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought)
For Cooking
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Once done, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- Prepare Alfredo sauce (if making homemade): In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Whisk in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the Alfredo sauce and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Add fresh spinach if desired and mix thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients.
- Prepare the dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into circles approximately 6 inches in diameter.
- Assemble calzones: Spoon the chicken Alfredo filling onto one half of each dough circle. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the filling. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges together firmly, sealing them with a fork to prevent leakage.
- Air fry the calzones: Preheat the air fryer again to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the calzones with olive oil spray to ensure a golden and crispy crust. Place them in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the calzones are golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach with other leafy greens or omit it for a traditional flavor.
- If using store-bought Alfredo sauce, warm it slightly to make mixing easier.
- Ensure the calzones are sealed tightly to avoid filling leakage during cooking.
- For extra crispiness, flip the calzones halfway through the air frying process.
- Leftover calzones can be refrigerated and reheated in the air fryer for best results.
