Crispy Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Air Fryer Calzones

Ingredients:

  • For the Chicken Alfredo Filling:
  • 1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Calzone Dough:
  • 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough if preferred)
  • For the Topping:
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Extra mozzarella cheese (optional for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Chicken Alfredo Filling:
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined and set aside.
  1. Prepare the Calzone Dough:
  • Unroll the pizza dough on a floured surface and roll it out to a ½-inch thickness. Cut the dough into 4 equal squares or circles, depending on the shape you prefer for your calzones.
  1. Assemble the Calzones:
  • Spoon a generous amount of the chicken Alfredo filling onto the center of each dough piece. Be sure to leave about 1-inch of space around the edges.
  • Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, and press the edges together to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a tighter seal.
  1. Air Fry the Calzones:
  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  • Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking. Place the calzones in the basket, making sure they aren’t touching each other.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the calzones are golden brown and crispy.
  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter Topping:
  • While the calzones are cooking, melt the butter in a small bowl and stir in garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  1. Finish and Serve:
  • Once the calzones are done, brush the melted garlic butter mixture over the top of each one. If you like extra cheese, sprinkle a little more mozzarella on top while the calzones are still hot.
  • Let them cool slightly before serving.
  1. Serve with extra Alfredo sauce for dipping if desired.

Enjoy your Crispy Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Air Fryer Calzones! Perfect for a quick and delicious meal!

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