Description
Crispy chicken alfredo air fryer calzones blend Italian comfort with modern cooking convenience. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and creamy sauce nestle inside golden-brown pastry pockets you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) cooked chicken, shredded
Cheeses:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
Base and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Alfredo sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Marinara sauce (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Separate pizza dough into 4 equal sections, then gently stretch and roll each piece into thin 6-inch circular shapes using minimal flour on a clean surface.
- Create a rich filling by thoroughly blending shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Position approximately 2-3 tablespoons of chicken mixture onto one half of each dough circle, maintaining a small clean border around the edges.
- Carefully fold dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing edges firmly to create a complete seal. Use fork tines to crimp and reinforce the closure.
- Delicately brush the calzone surfaces with beaten egg, ensuring a light, even coating for enhanced golden coloration.
- Heat air fryer to 375F (190C), then carefully arrange calzones in the basket without overcrowding. Cook in multiple batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, rotating midway through cooking to guarantee uniform browning and complete internal heating.
- Remove calzones and allow 3-4 minutes of resting time to stabilize internal temperatures. Serve immediately alongside marinara sauce for optional dipping.
Notes
- Choose store-bought or homemade pizza dough for versatility, ensuring easy preparation and consistent texture.
- Swap mozzarella and ricotta with dairy-free alternatives like vegan cheese for lactose-intolerant or vegan diners.
- Press edges firmly and crimp with a fork to prevent filling from leaking during air frying, creating a perfect seal.
- Cook calzones in multiple batches to maintain proper air circulation and achieve crispy, golden-brown exteriors without overcrowding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 462 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg