The Best Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast
Juicy and flavorful, these stuffed chicken breasts are a quick and easy dish that can be served as a main course. The creamy cheese and spinach stuffing add a delightful twist.
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting board
- Toothpicks
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Basting brush
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, mozzarella cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the cream cheese mixture.
- Secure the openings with toothpicks.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove toothpicks before serving and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of garlic and spinach to your taste preference.
- Ensure chicken breasts do not overlap in the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1stuffed chicken breastCalories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 474mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1180IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 0.4mg
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