Easy Air Fryer Chicken Alfredo Calzones

Skip the takeout and make these crispy, cheesy Chicken Alfredo Calzones at home! They’re stuffed with creamy garlic Alfredo sauce, juicy chicken, and gooey mozzarella, all wrapped in golden, flaky pizza dough. Thanks to the air fryer, you get the perfect crisp without deep frying—ready in just 30 minutes!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes with simple steps.
✔️ Air Fryer Magic – Crispy crust without the mess of frying.
✔️ Cheesy, Creamy & Flavorful – Loaded with homemade Alfredo, chicken, and melty mozzarella.
✔️ Customizable – Swap out the fillings for endless variations!

Ingredients You’ll Need

📌 For the Alfredo Sauce:

5 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp black pepper

📌 For the Calzones:

1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped

How to Make Chicken Alfredo Calzones

🔥 1️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and gradually add Parmesan until smooth.
Season with salt & pepper, then set aside to cool.

🍕 2️⃣ Prepare the Dough

Divide pizza dough into 4 equal portions.
Roll each into a 6-inch round on a floured surface.

🧀 3️⃣ Assemble the Calzones

Spread Alfredo sauce on half of each dough round.
Top with shredded chicken & mozzarella.
Fold the dough over the filling and seal edges with a fork.

♨️ 4️⃣ Air Fry to Perfection

Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
Brush calzones with parsley butter and place in the air fryer.
Cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Brush again with butter for extra crispiness.

🍽 5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Storage & Reheating Tips

🥶 Refrigerate Leftovers: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
🔥 Reheat in Air Fryer: 350°F for 3-4 minutes until warm.
❄️ Freeze for Later: Wrap unbaked calzones individually and freeze for up to 3 months. Air fry straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.

Tasty Variations

🌿 Pesto Chicken Calzones – Swap Alfredo for pesto sauce.
🍄 Mushroom & Spinach – Add sautéed mushrooms and spinach for extra flavor.
🍕 Classic Meat Lovers – Use ground beef or sausage instead of chicken.
🧀 Cheese Explosion – Mix in provolone, fontina, or gouda with mozzarella.

Why You Need to Try This Recipe

These Chicken Alfredo Calzones are easy, cheesy, and irresistibly crispy—perfect for weeknights, game nights, or when you need a quick comfort food fix. The air fryer makes them golden brown with zero deep frying hassle.

🔥 Give these a try tonight—no delivery needed! 🔥