Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Looking for a quick and delicious dinner that’s both crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside? These Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts are packed with a flavorful cream cheese filling, then air-fried to golden perfection.
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Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients:
For the Chicken:- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (5-6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 ½ cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 tablespoons red bell pepper or tomato, finely diced
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions:
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, feta cheese, minced garlic, chopped spinach, red bell pepper (or tomato), and dried oregano. Mix well until fully combined.
- Butterfly the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board.
- Cut each chicken breast horizontally, about ¾ of the way through, without slicing all the way through.
- Open each breast like a book to create a pocket for the filling.
- Stuff the Chicken:
- Divide the filling mixture evenly among the chicken breasts.
- Secure each chicken with toothpicks to hold the filling in place.
- Season the Chicken:
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
- Rub each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil.
- Season the chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Air Fry the Chicken:
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 18-22 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), checking with a meat thermometer.
- Serve:
- Remove toothpicks from the chicken before serving.
- Enjoy your crispy, tender stuffed chicken breasts!
Notes:
- The feta cheese already adds a good amount of salt, so I don’t add extra salt to the filling. However, you can taste the filling and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Adjust the cooking time based on the size of your chicken breasts. Thicker breasts will require a bit longer to cook. Always check with a thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake these chicken breasts in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 32-37 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Leftovers:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer to maintain the crispy texture.