These Chicken Alfredo Calzones are stuffed with tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and gooey cheese, then air-fried to golden perfection. A quick and indulgent meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or party snacks.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 4 Calzones)
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1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
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1½ cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
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¾ cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Cooking spray or olive oil spray
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Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, mix chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2️⃣ Shape the Calzones
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Divide dough into 4 equal balls.
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Roll each into a circle (6–7 inches).
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Spoon filling onto one half, leaving edges clear.
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Fold over and seal edges with a fork.
3️⃣ Air Fry
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Lightly spray basket with oil.
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Brush calzones with egg wash.
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Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
4️⃣ Serve
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Let rest 2 minutes.
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Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
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Serve warm with marinara or extra Alfredo sauce.
⭐ Tips
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Don’t overfill or they may burst.
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Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
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Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
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Oven option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make these ahead?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before air frying.
Q: Can I freeze them?
Yes! Freeze uncooked calzones and air fry straight from frozen (add 2–3 minutes).
Q: Can I use whole wheat dough?
Absolutely — texture will be slightly denser.
