Description
Deliciously crispy Chicken Alfredo Calzones made quickly in an air fryer. These handheld pockets are filled with creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, shredded chicken, and mozzarella cheese, then perfectly golden and buttery on the outside. A comforting, easy meal that pairs wonderfully with marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 lb premade pizza dough
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, minced
- Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 5 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, then bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
- Assemble the Calzones: Divide the premade pizza dough into 4 equal portions. On a floured surface, stretch each portion into a 6-inch circle. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the prepared Alfredo sauce onto the center of each dough circle, spreading slightly but keeping away from the edges. Top with shredded chicken and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, then fold and crimp the edges for extra security to prevent leaks during cooking.
- Prepare for Air Frying: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with the minced fresh parsley. Using a brush, generously coat the tops of each calzone with the parsley butter mixture. This adds flavor and helps get a golden crust.
- Air Fry the Calzones: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the calzones in the air fryer basket, ensuring they have space and are not touching — cook in batches if necessary. Air fry for 8 minutes until the calzones are golden brown and crispy. Halfway through cooking, brush the tops again with the parsley butter to enhance browning and taste.
- Serve: Let the calzones cool for a few minutes after air frying to allow the filling to set. Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping, if desired. Enjoy your crispy, cheesy Chicken Alfredo Calzones!
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a convenient and flavorful shortcut.
- Make sure to seal the edges of the calzones well to prevent the cheesy filling from oozing out during air frying.
- If your air fryer basket is small, cook the calzones in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- You can substitute fresh parsley with dried Italian herbs if fresh is not available.
- Adjust the cooking time slightly depending on your air fryer model and size of calzones.
