Description
Enjoy quick and easy Air Fryer Chicken Alfredo Calzones that are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. This recipe features tender chicken combined with rich Alfredo sauce and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, all wrapped in golden pizza dough and cooked to perfection in the air fryer in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a comforting homemade meal with minimal cleanup and customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 to 1 ½ cups pre-cooked shredded or diced chicken
- ½ cup Alfredo sauce
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Calzone Dough
- 1 package store-bought or homemade pizza dough (enough for 4–6 calzones)
For Cooking
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for brushing the calzones)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Combine shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated and well incorporated.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pizza dough into even circles approximately 6 to 8 inches in diameter. These circles will serve as the base for each calzone.
- Assemble the Calzones: Spoon a generous portion of the chicken Alfredo filling onto one half of each dough circle. Be sure to leave a border around the edges to allow for proper sealing.
- Seal and Brush: Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly together to seal the calzone completely, using your fingers or a fork. Brush the top of each calzone with olive oil or cooking spray to promote a golden, crispy crust.
- Air Fry: Place the calzones in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Don’t overfill the calzones to prevent leaking and ensure an easy seal.
- Preheat your air fryer for best and most even cooking results.
- Rotate or flip the calzones halfway through cooking for uniform browning.
- Use a small piece of parchment paper under each calzone to avoid sticking, but do not block air circulation.
- Allow calzones to rest a few minutes before serving to avoid burning from hot cheese inside.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: air fryer, chicken Alfredo, calzones, quick dinner, cheesy calzones, homemade meal, easy recipe, comfort food