Description
This Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, feta, spinach, garlic, and red bell pepper. Easy to prepare and cooked perfectly in an air fryer, this dish offers a flavorful, juicy meal with a crispy outside and melty, savory filling inside, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 to 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Stuffing
- 3 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons finely diced red bell pepper (or tomato)
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, chopped fresh spinach, diced red bell pepper, and dried oregano. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Butterfly the chicken breasts: Place each chicken breast on a cutting board and carefully slice them ¾ of the way through horizontally to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff the chicken: Divide the prepared filling evenly among the chicken breasts, stuffing it into the pockets. Secure each stuffed chicken breast with toothpicks to keep the filling inside during cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and allow it to preheat fully for even cooking.
- Season the chicken: Rub the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil, then season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to enhance flavor and ensure a crispy exterior.
- Cook the chicken in the air fryer: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer. Cooking times may vary depending on air fryer model and breast size.
Notes
- Make sure not to cut through the chicken entirely when butterflying to prevent the filling from spilling out.
- Use an instant-read thermometer for accurate doneness and to avoid overcooking.
- If red bell pepper is unavailable, diced tomato can be substituted for freshness and color.
- Remove toothpicks carefully before serving.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to let the juices redistribute for moist results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer stuffed chicken, stuffed chicken breasts, healthy chicken recipe, spinach feta chicken, quick air fryer meals
