Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Alfredo Calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make dinner option that combines tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and melted cheeses wrapped in golden, crispy pizza dough. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, these calzones offer a convenient, mess-free way to enjoy Italian-inspired stuffed pizza pockets with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- ½ cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dough & Assembly
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F to ensure it reaches the right temperature for cooking the calzones evenly.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked chicken, Alfredo sauce, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a creamy filling.
- Shape Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 4 equal pieces for individual calzones.
- Assemble Calzones: Spoon the chicken Alfredo filling onto one half of each dough piece, leaving a border around edges to allow sealing. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal completely, preventing leaks.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each calzone with the beaten egg to achieve a golden, shiny crust after cooking.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place 1–2 calzones in the basket at a time making sure they don’t touch for proper air circulation.
- Air Fry Calzones: Cook for 8–10 minutes at 375°F, flipping the calzones halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning. The calzones should be golden brown and fully cooked when done.
- Cool and Serve: Remove calzones and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. For extra flavor, serve with additional Alfredo or marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Customize your calzones by adding spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes to the filling.
- These calzones can be made ahead of time and reheated in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes at 350°F to restore crispiness.
- Ensure the dough edges are sealed well to avoid filling leakage during cooking.
- If using homemade dough, adjust cooking time slightly depending on dough thickness.
