Description
These Chicken Alfredo Air Fryer Calzones are the perfect blend of crispy, cheesy goodness! Filled with creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheese, they make for a delicious and quick meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table. The air fryer ensures a golden, crispy crust while keeping the inside moist and flavorful. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a fun twist on traditional calzones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly.
- Divide the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and cut it into 4 equal pieces.
- Fill the Calzones: Spoon the chicken Alfredo mixture onto one half of each dough piece. Fold the other half over and press the edges to seal.
- Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the calzones with the beaten egg to ensure a golden-brown finish.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 5 minutes.
- Cook the Calzones: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Place the calzones in the basket without overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the crust is crispy and golden.
- Cool and Serve: Let the calzones cool slightly before serving to enjoy the gooey, cheesy filling.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare these calzones ahead of time and freeze them uncooked. When ready to eat, cook them directly from frozen in the air fryer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Variations: Swap out the chicken for vegetables to make a vegetarian version. You can also try different cheeses or add in your favorite herbs for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Calzones, Air Fryer Recipes, Easy Dinners, Calzones