Crispy Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Calzones (Printer-friendly)
Air-fried calzones filled with shredded chicken, creamy Alfredo and melted cheeses, crisped to a golden brown.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 lb pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Filling
02 - 7 oz cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
06 - 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach, optional
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
11 - 1 egg, beaten
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional
# How to Prepare:
01 - Set the air fryer to 360°F and preheat for 5 minutes.
02 - Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle approximately 6 inches in diameter on a lightly floured surface.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan, Alfredo sauce, spinach if using, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly incorporated.
04 - Spoon one quarter of the filling onto half of each dough circle, leaving a 1/2-inch margin at the edge.
05 - Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling for added crispiness.
06 - Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Pinch edges firmly to seal and use a fork to crimp for additional security.
07 - Brush the tops with beaten egg, followed by a light drizzle or brush of olive oil.
08 - Set calzones in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry in batches if required.
09 - Air fry at 360°F for 12 to 15 minutes until the calzones are golden brown and crisp.
10 - Allow calzones to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring to plates and serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Nobody expects air fryer calzones to rival their favorite pizzeria, but these just might pull it off.
- That creamy, cheesy filling with the herby chicken is pure comfort, and the crispy crust seals the deal.
02 -
- Under-sealing the edges leads to leaking cheese and disappointment—seal thoroughly.
- I once skipped the egg wash and regretted it; it really does make the crust pop.
03 -
- If your dough feels stubborn, let it relax under a damp towel for five minutes and rolling becomes a joy.
- A tiny sprinkle of cheddar on top before air frying adds an irresistible crunch and color boost.