Chicken Alfredo Air Fryer Calzones

Chicken Alfredo Air Fryer Calzones wrap garlicky Alfredo chicken and gooey mozzarella in golden, air‑fried pizza‑dough pockets. They’re crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and bake in minutes, making them perfect for weeknight dinners, game‑day snacks, or using up leftover chicken.​

Using pre‑made dough and jarred or homemade Alfredo sauce keeps the recipe fast, while Italian seasoning and garlic powder add that classic pizzeria flavor. The air fryer gives you a crunchy, browned crust without deep‑frying or heating up the whole oven.​

Ingredients

Filling

• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great)
• 1 cup Alfredo sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2–3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste​

Dough and finishing

• 1 lb pizza dough or 1 can refrigerated pizza/biscuit dough, divided into 4–6 pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
• Optional: 1 tablespoon melted butter mixed with a pinch of garlic powder and parsley for brushing after cooking​

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1. Make the chicken Alfredo filling

1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan (if using), garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. Stir until everything is evenly coated and creamy but not runny; add a bit more mozzarella if it feels too loose.​

2. Prep dough and air fryer

1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll or press each portion of dough into a circle or oval about 5–6 inches across.​

3. Fill and seal the calzones

1. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto one half of each dough round, leaving a border around the edge.
2. Fold dough over the filling to form a half‑moon.
3. Press edges firmly with your fingers, then crimp with a fork to seal well so the sauce doesn’t leak.
4. Cut 1–2 small slits in the top of each calzone for steam vents.​​

4. Air fry until golden

1. Brush calzones lightly with olive oil on both sides.
2. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed).
3. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until deep golden brown and cooked through.​
4. If desired, brush hot calzones with garlic‑parsley butter for extra flavor.

Let rest a couple of minutes before serving; the filling will be very hot.

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