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Air Fryer Calzones
35min
Total Time
4 people
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Budget
Cost
485 kcal
Calories
Video
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Ingredients
4
- 1 lb pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
- ½ cup marinara sauce, plus extra for dipping
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
- Cooking spray
Instructions
1
In large bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper until well combined
2
Fold in diced cooked chicken and marinara sauce into cheese mixture
3
Divide pizza dough into 4 equal portions on floured surface
4
Roll each portion into 6-inch circle about ¼-inch thick
5
Spoon ¼ of filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving ½-inch border
6
Brush edges of dough with beaten egg
7
Fold dough over filling to create half-moon shape, press edges firmly to seal
8
Crimp edges with fork to ensure tight seal and prevent filling from leaking
9
Brush top of each calzone with egg wash for golden finish
10
Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes
11
Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray
12
Place 2 calzones in basket at a time, not touching
13
Spray tops lightly with cooking spray
14
Cook at 375°F for 8 minutes, then carefully flip
15
Cook additional 7 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F
16
Let cool 5 minutes before serving with extra marinara sauce for dipping
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Troubleshooting
Filling leaking out seal edges more carefully and crimp with fork
Crust not crispy spray more oil and increase temperature to 400°F last 3 minutes
Bottom soggy preheat air fryer properly and don't overcrowd
Cheese not melted increase cooking time by 3-4 minutes
Sticking to basket use parchment paper or more cooking spray
Uneven browning flip calzones carefully halfway through cooking
Recipe Variations
Vegetarian version use spinach mushrooms and bell peppers instead of chicken
Meat lovers add pepperoni salami and cooked sausage
Buffalo chicken use buffalo sauce and add blue cheese crumbles
Margherita style use fresh mozzarella tomatoes and basil
BBQ chicken use BBQ sauce cheddar cheese and red onions
Greek inspired use feta cheese olives sun-dried tomatoes and oregano
Serving Suggestions
Serve with warm marinara sauce or garlic butter for dipping
Pair with Caesar salad or mixed green salad
Great as main course or cut into smaller pieces for appetizers
Garnish with fresh basil and grated parmesan
Serve alongside garlic bread and Italian vegetables
Nutrition Facts
485
Calories
32g
Protein
48g
Carbs
18g
Fat
3g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
890mg
Sodium
105mg
Cholesterol
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Overfilling calzones causes filling to leak during cooking
Not sealing edges properly allows cheese to escape
Skipping egg wash results in pale dry crust
Overcrowding air fryer basket causes uneven cooking
Not preheating air fryer leads to soggy bottom
Cutting into calzones too soon releases all the cheese
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use store-bought pizza dough?
Yes absolutely. Store-bought dough works perfectly and saves time. Let it come to room temperature first.
How do I prevent filling from leaking?
Seal edges well with egg wash press firmly and crimp with fork. Don't overfill.
Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes replace chicken with spinach mushrooms peppers or any vegetables you like.
What cheese works best?
Ricotta mozzarella and parmesan combo is ideal but you can use any melting cheese.
Can I freeze calzones?
Yes freeze unbaked on baking sheet then transfer to bags. Cook from frozen add 10 minutes.
