Description
This recipe features chicken breasts stuffed with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, cooked in an air fryer for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the mixture.
- Secure the opening with toothpicks if needed.
- Place the stuffed chicken in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add spices to the stuffing for extra flavor.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: air fryer caprese stuffed chicken breast recipe