Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s surprisingly easy to make.

With a tender chicken breast stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture, wrapped in a crunchy breadcrumb coating, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

• 10 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and thyme.

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and brush the mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken.

In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, mozzarella cheese, spinach, parsley, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. In another bowl, mix together cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and artichoke hearts until well combined.

Lay the chicken breasts flat and make a horizontal incision in each breast to create a pocket.

Stuff each breast with the cream cheese mixture, dividing it evenly among the 10 breasts. Coat each stuffed chicken breast with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Cook the chicken for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Flip the chicken halfway through cooking.

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Make sure to not overcrowd the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary, to ensure even cooking.

If using a smaller air fryer, reduce the cooking time by 2-3 minutes.

For extra crispy breading, pat the chicken dry with paper towels before coating with breadcrumbs.

To ensure the cream cheese mixture stays inside, don’t overstuff the chicken breasts.

If you prefer a crisper exterior, increase the cooking time by 1-2 minutes, keeping an eye on the chicken to prevent burning.

Letting the chicken rest before slicing helps the juices redistribute, making it more tender and juicy.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 340
• Total Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 4.5g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 15g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 35g