Air Fryer Caprice Stuffed Chicken

Air Fryer Caprese Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Caprese Filling:

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh mozzarella, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

For Coating:

• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 eggs, beaten

For Garnish:

• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing horizontally through the middle, creating a pocket for the filling. Season each chicken breast with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Prepare the Caprese Filling:
   • In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, chopped basil, and balsamic glaze. Mix well.
4. Stuff the Chicken:
   • Stuff each chicken breast with the caprese filling, pressing it down into the pocket.

1. Coat the Chicken:
   • In one shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan. Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
2. Air Fry:
   • Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 18-22 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
3. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish the cooked chicken with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with additional balsamic glaze before serving.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the Air Fryer Caprese Stuffed Chicken with your favorite side dishes.

Enjoy this flavorful and cheesy Caprese stuffed chicken made in the air fryer! It’s a delightful dish with the classic combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.