Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Welcome to the world of culinary delight with our Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe. This savory dish combines the juiciness of chicken breasts with the richness of cheese, the freshness of broccoli, and a perfect blend of spices. As we guide you through the step-by-step process, you’ll unlock the secrets to creating a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients:

INGREDIENTS QUANTITY
Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless) 2
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Paprika 1 teaspoon
Garlic powder 1 teaspoon
Salt ¼ teaspoon
Black pepper ¼ teaspoon
Chopped broccoli ½ cup
Cream cheese (softened) 2 oz
Shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella) ½ cup
Ranch seasoning ¾ teaspoon

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    • Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
    • Using a mallet, slightly flatten each breast.
    • Butterfly the chicken breasts with a sharp knife, creating a pocket for the filling.
  2. Season the Chicken:
    • In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper with olive oil.
    • Rub the spice mixture on the outside of each chicken breast.
  3. Craft the Filling:
    • In another bowl, combine chopped broccoli, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and ranch seasoning.
  4. Stuff and Seal:
    • Stuff each chicken breast with the broccoli cheese filling.
    • Seal the chicken breasts with toothpicks to prevent spillage during cooking.
  5. Preheat the Air Fryer:
    • Preheat your Air fryer to 375˚F.
  6. Air Fry:
    • Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the Air fryer.
    • Air fry for 15 minutes.
  7. Check Doneness:
    • Check the doneness using a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165˚F.
  8. Serve:
    • Carefully remove the chicken from the Air fryer.
    • Serve with your favorite side dish.

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