Description
- Try this easy and delicious Crispy Chicken Alfredo Calzones (Air Fryer Recipe) for a quick, cheesy, and crispy meal!
Ingredients
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- For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- For the Butter Topping:
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, minced
- For the Calzones:
- 1 lb premade pizza dough (store-bought)
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken (or 2 cooked chicken breasts, diced)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
- Add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Let the mixture come to a low simmer and cook for about 3 minutes, allowing it to thicken.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Calzones:
- Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces each).
- Roll each portion into a 6-inch circle on a floured surface.
- Spoon a tablespoon of Alfredo sauce onto the center of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add a few tablespoons of shredded chicken on top of the sauce, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges together to seal. Fold the edges over for a nice, secure seal.
- Repeat for the remaining dough balls.
- Prepare the Butter Topping:
- In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in the minced parsley.
- Air Fry the Calzones:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Place the calzones in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Brush the tops with the melted parsley butter.
- Air fry for 8 minutes, or until golden brown, flipping halfway through and applying more butter if desired.
- Once cooked, brush the calzones with additional melted butter before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve your crispy Chicken Alfredo Calzones hot with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
- This air fryer recipe for Chicken Alfredo Calzones is a quick, cheesy, and satisfying meal, perfect for dinner or a party appetizer! The combination of creamy Alfredo sauce, savory chicken, and melty cheese wrapped in crispy pizza dough is sure to please any crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
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