*Air Fryer Caprese Stuffed Chicken* 

 

*Serves: 2*

*Ingredients:*

For chicken:

– Chicken breasts – 2 large (about 250-300g each)

– Olive oil – 2 tbsp

– Salt – 1 tsp

– Black pepper – 1/2 tsp

– Garlic powder – 1 tsp

– Paprika – 1 tsp

– Italian seasoning / oregano – 1 tsp

– Chili flakes – 1/2 tsp (optional)

 

For stuffing:

– Large tomato – 1, sliced into 8 thin slices

– Fresh mozzarella – 120g, sliced (or regular mozzarella)

– Basil pesto – 1 tbsp (optional but makes it extra juicy)

– Balsamic glaze – for drizzle at end (optional)

*Method:*

*1. Prep chicken:*

Wash and pat dry chicken. Make 5-6 deep slits across the top, about 3/4 deep. Don’t cut all the way through.

*2. Season:*

Mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, Italian herbs. Rub all over and inside the slits. Let it marinate 15 mins if you have time.

*3. Stuff:*

Put 1 slice tomato + 1 slice mozzarella in each slit like in your top photo. You can add a little pesto inside too.

*4. Air Fry:*

Preheat air fryer at 180°C for 3 mins. Place chicken in basket (use parchment if you want less mess). Air fry at 180°C / 360°F for 18-22 minutes.

Check at 18 mins — cheese should be melted and top golden like your bottom photo, and chicken inside white, not pink. If still pink, give 3 more mins.

*5. Serve:*

Drizzle balsamic glaze or olive oil and fresh basil on top. Serve hot with salad or garlic bread.

*Tip for juicy chicken:* Don’t overcook. If your breast is very thick, flatten it a little with a rolling pin before slitting.

This is super high-protein and low-carb — great if you’re trying to eat healthy!