Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts are delicious and so easy to make!
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are stuffed with a savory filling of cream cheese, parmesan, fresh spinach, and sundried tomatoes and then air fried until juicy and tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. They’re also a delish, low-carb dish!
Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts
© EverythingAirFryer
PIN IT to your MAIN DISH board for later!
Follow Everything Air Fryer and more on Pinterest for More Great Ideas!
Best Air Fryer Chicken
- This insta-worthy recipe makes an elegant dinner for two or double the recipe and enjoy them all week long!
- Make ahead and reheat in the air fryer in minutes!
- Serve with a crispy salad or air fryer asparagus and any of these delicious air fryer potato sides roasted garlic & rosemary potatoes, scalloped potatoes, or twice-baked potatoes!
- Air frying raw chicken breasts is one of the best ways to prepare them since they always come out moist and tender with minimal prep, cook time, and clean-up!
Ingredients & Variations
CHICKEN Choose breasts that are similar in size so they cook at the same rate. Skin on or skin off, they’ll still be juicy and flavorful! Try wrapping each breast in bacon and securing with toothpicks before air frying. The excess fat drips to the bottom so the bacon stays crispy!
Boneless pork loin chops can also be used, choose thick chops that pockets can be cut into.
FILLING Cream cheese and parmesan make up the base for this filling. Mozzarella, Swiss, bleu cheese, or feta crumbles can be added too.
Spinach and chopped sundried tomatoes are just right in this recipe, but other veggie combos like sliced mushrooms, kale, peas, diced bell peppers, or shredded brussels sprouts are great choices, too. Even a handful of bacon bits are delicious!
SEASONINGS Garlic elevates every dish and pre-made Italian seasonings are what bring this dish together. Get creative and switch out for taco seasoning, ranch seasoning, or even chili!
How to Make Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Easy to make and decadently delish, this recipe comes together in a few easy steps:
- Combine filling ingredients and set aside.
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally, but not all the way through. Spread filling over the inside, (per recipe below) fold over and secure with a toothpick.
- Season the outside of the chicken and air fry.
PRO TIP: Pat stuffed chicken breasts with a clean paper towel so the oil and seasonings cling.
Tips & Tricks
- Room temp cream cheese makes blending the filling ingredients super fast and easy!
- If using frozen spinach, allow it to thaw in a colander, and then press clean paper towels over the spinach to squeeze out excess moisture.
- Keep leftover stuffed chicken breasts in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For best results, reheat in the air fryer.
- Wrap and freeze cooled portions for up to 4 weeks. Thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator before reheating.
Must-Try Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
- Air Fryer Southwest Chicken – juicy and tender!
- Air Fryer Chicken Breasts– a simple and delicious dish
- Melt in Your Mouth Chicken – ready in minutes
- Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breasts – just 2 simple ingredients!
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders – for the kids!
- Air Fryer Spatchcock Chicken – a new technique
Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 5-6 oz each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon each salt & pepper
Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons chopped sundried tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F.
- Combine the filling ingredients and set aside.
- Cut chicken breasts ¾ of the way through so it opens like a book. Do not cut all of the way through.
- Fill each chicken breast with ¼ of the filling mixture. Fold closed and secure with a toothpick.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil and seasonings. Place in the air fryer in a single layer.
- Cook 18-22 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier blending
- If using frozen spinach, allow it to thaw in a colander, and then press clean paper towels over the spinach to squeeze out excess moisture.
Nutrition
REPIN this Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipe
Leave a Reply