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Air Fryer Pizza-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Air fryer stuffed chicken breasts are filled with the goodness of pizza toppings like mozzarella, pepperoni, onion, and sauce. This recipe is delicious you may not even miss the crust!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 people
Calories 992.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Sharp Chef's Knife For butterflying chicken
  • 1 Instant-Read Meat Thermometer Essential for food safety and optimal doneness
  • 1 Measuring Spoons

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 6 ounce chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
  • ΒΌ cup sliced pepperoni
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion
  • 2 tablespoons pizza sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat an air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Lay a chicken breast flat onto your work surface; cut in half, lengthwise, leaving the breast attached on one side so it opens like a book. Repeat with remaining chicken breast.
  • Rub outsides of chicken breasts with oil; sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic salt.
  • Open each breast like a book; divide and stuff with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, onion, and pizza sauce. Close each breast to enclose filling. Carefully transfer to the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear according to manufacturer's directions, about 18 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Notes

When butterflying the chicken, aim for an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking. Pounding the butterflied chicken lightly can further aid in this. To enhance flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stuffing for a subtle heat, or some fresh chopped basil for aromatic depth. Avoid overstuffing the chicken to prevent leakage during cooking. If you prefer a crispier exterior, a very quick pan-sear of the chicken breasts before transferring to the air fryer can achieve this, but be mindful of your total cooking time to prevent drying out the chicken. Always allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to re-distribute juices.