This air fryer Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breast has everything you love about pizza all rolled up into a pepperoni filled cheesy chicken dish with a dash of cajun spice! Made in just 30 minutes with 5 simple ingredients, it’s a fun, quick, and easy low-carb meal that your whole family will love!
Air Fryer Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
Around here we love pizza! We even love it so much that I created a Pepperoni Pizza Pasta recipe! But let’s face it, you probably shouldn’t eat pizza every day. Yet, you don’t have to totally give up all things pizza. And that’s where this healthy air fried pizza stuffed chicken breast with a cajun twist saves the day!
Just picture tender and juicy cajun seasoned chicken breasts stuffed with ooey gooey mozzarella cheese, savory slices of pepperoni, and pizza sauce that are then air fried to perfection. You’ve basically got a gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein piece of tasty stuffed chicken pizza! And it’s absolutely delicious with every cheesy bite. So if you love pizza but are trying to cut back on carbs you are going to love this dish!
Not to mention, it’s an easy sell at the dinner table. And if the kids don’t do spice, no problem! Feel free to season the chicken breasts with some salt and any spices you like. Then serve the chicken with some Steamed Broccoli and you’ve got a complete healthy meal.
Why You’ll Love This Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breast
- Quick And Easy! With just 5 simple ingredients and an air fryer, you can whip this scrumptious chicken recipe together in about 30 minutes with very little effort!Â
- Pepperoni Pizza Chicken! When you stuff juicy air fried chicken breast with yummy pepperoni pizza ingredients it’s got layers of lots of delicious savory flavor and cheesy goodness. Â
- Family Favorite! This super simple pizza stuffed chicken breast made in the air fryer is a healthy and affordable easy weeknight dinner that the whole family can enjoy.Â
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken – You will need some boneless skinless chicken breasts. Chicken thighs are not as easy to stuff so I don’t suggest using them for this dish.
- Cajun Seasoning – Added to give the chicken a little kick, this seasoning is usually a mix of black pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and salt. Chili powder with a pinch of dried thyme and cayenne pepper is a good substitute.
- Pizza Sauce – Any store-bought pizza sauce or marinara sauce can be used. You can also make your own homemade Pizza Sauce if you like.
- Sliced Pepperoni – Add loads of yummy classic pizza flavor to the chicken. Cooked sausage, bacon, or salami are other good options.
- Mozzarella Cheese – I used thinly sliced Mozzarella, but shredded mozzarella will work too if that’s what you have on hand. A good alternative is provolone cheese.
How To Make Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breast
Cooking chicken breast in the air fryer is ridiculously easy and turns out consistently good every time! Just follow my simple directions and you’ll have dinner ready in under 30 minutes!
Preheat the Air Fryer If Needed
Before you even start working with the chicken, you need to preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C). But this step is dependent on your particular model. Some air fryers don’t need to be preheated. So you will need to check your manufacturer’s guide.Â
Prep The Chicken
Next, let’s get the chicken breasts ready for stuffing! Use a small sharp knife to slice the side of each chicken breast to form pockets that are about ¾ of the way into the breasts. You just want to create slits in the chicken to stuff. The breasts should still be in one piece after you’ve created the pockets, not cut in half.
Season And Stuff The Breasts
After the chicken has been prepped, generously sprinkle the outside of the breasts with the cajun seasoning. Then stuff each piece with ¼ cup of pizza sauce followed by some pepperoni and then 1 to 2 slices of mozzarella cheese. If needed you can use toothpicks to secure the stuffed breasts.Â
Air Fry The Stuffed Chicken
To cook, spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Next, place the stuffed chicken into the basket in a single layer and spray the chicken itself with cooking spray. Then put the basket into the air fryer and cook the chicken for 17 to 20 minutes or until cooked through. When done, the internal temperature of the chicken should be 165°F (74°C) when checked with a digital cooking thermometer.Â
Serve And Enjoy
When the air fryer pizza stuffed breast is done, remove it from the basket and serve it immediately with a side of Roasted Asparagus for a totally keto meal or a big plate of One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta for a delicious carb loaded dinner.
What Can I Add To This Stuffed Chicken?
Anything you like! Just remember to keep the ratio of ingredients about the same because the chicken can only hold so much. But feel free to switch out the pepperoni for other meat or veggies like mushrooms and spinach. Use any cheese you like or sauce for that matter. You could even make white pizza stuffed chicken breast with some Alfredo Sauce!Â
Can I Bake The Chicken In The Oven?
Yes! Just follow the recipe instructions up until it comes time to cook. Then lay the stuffed chicken in a baking pan lined with parchment paper and bake it in the oven at 400°F (204°C) for about 25 minutes or until done. Note, to be considered fully cooked your chicken always needs to have reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
Expert Tips
- Pat the chicken dry. Pat the chicken dry to remove any excess moisture before sprinkling it with cajun seasoning. This helps create a better texture when it’s air fried.
- Don’t crowd your air fryer. The chicken breasts must be placed in the air fryer in a single layer to properly cook. So if you make more than 4 breasts you may need to cook them in batches.
- Temp the chicken. To ensure that chicken is fully cooked, use a digital instant-read thermometer to make sure that it has reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).Â
Storage
Leftover air fryer pizza stuffed chicken breast will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, just put it in the microwave for about 3 minutes on medium heat or in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for about 10 to 12 minutes. You can also store the leftovers in the freezer for up to 3 months in an airtight container or sealed freezer bag. Yet, you’ll need to let the chicken thaw out overnight in the fridge before reheating.Â
Other Delicious Chicken Breasts Recipes To Try
- Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
- Air Fryer Chicken Katsu With Tonkatsu Sauce
- Baked Chicken Breast
- Creamy Parmesan Chicken With Mushrooms
- Monterey Chicken
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Pizza Stuffed Chicken Breast {Air Fryer}
Ingredients
- 4 medium chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- ½ cup pepperoni slices
- 6 ounces mozzarella slices thinly sliced
Instructions
- Get your air fryer ready by preheating it to 400°F.
- Using a small sharp knife, cut pockets/slits in the side of each chicken breasts, ¾ of the way in.
- Season the outside of the chicken breasts with the cajun seasoning.
- Stuff each chicken breast with ¼ cup of pizza sauce, pepperoni slices and about 1 to 2 mozzarella slices. You shouldn't have to use toothpicks to secure them but if you need to, do so.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the air fryer basket then spray them with a bit more cooking spray.
- Put the basket into the air fryer and cook for 17 to 20 minutes. The internal temperature of the chicken needs to reach 165°F to ensure that it's cooked.
Tips & Notes:
- Pat the chicken dry. Pat the chicken dry to remove any excess moisture before sprinkling it with cajun seasoning. This helps create a better texture when it’s air fried.
- Don’t crowd your air fryer. The chicken breasts must be placed in the air fryer in a single layer to properly cook. So if you make more than 4 breasts you may need to cook them in batches.
- Temp the chicken. To ensure that chicken is fully cooked, use a digital instant-read thermometer to make sure that it has reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).Â
