Air Fryer Red Pesto & Pepperoni Stuffed Chicken Fillet
Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with garlic, red pesto, turkey pepperoni, and melted mozzarella cheese, then seasoned and air-fried until golden and perfectly cooked. This easy high-protein dinner is ready in about 17 minutes and is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts about 450 g
- 2 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 2 tbsp red pesto
- 8 slices turkey pepperoni
- 70 –80 g mozzarella cheese sliced
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket without cutting all the way through.
- Add 1 teaspoon of ginger garlic paste inside each chicken breast and spread evenly.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of red pesto into each pocket and spread over the inside.
- Layer 4 slices of turkey pepperoni inside each chicken breast.
- Add sliced mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni.
- Fold the chicken closed, pressing gently to keep the filling inside.
- Drizzle lemon juice over both chicken breasts.
- Brush with extra virgin olive oil.
- Season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 180°C (356°F) for 17 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 3–5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve hot with vegetables, salad, or your favorite side dish.
Secure the chicken with toothpicks if needed.
Notes
Avoid overfilling the chicken to prevent the cheese from leaking out.
Chicken breasts vary in thickness, so cooking time may need slight adjustment.
Pair with steamed green beans, roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.