Golden Air Fryer Caprese Stuffed Chicken
This golden chicken is stuffed with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes. Perfect for Air Fryer Dinners. Get a crispy exterior and melty interior in minutes!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Meat mallet or rolling pin
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts about 6 oz each, pounded to ½ inch thickness
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 handful fresh basil chopped, for garnish
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness using a meat mallet, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a small bowl, toss the halved mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes with minced garlic and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Spoon the mozzarella and tomato mixture onto one half of each chicken breast, then fold the other half over to create a pocket.
- Lightly spray the stuffed chicken with olive oil and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the exterior is golden and crisp.
- Let rest for 3 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately.