Asparagus-Stuffed Air-Fryer Chicken

This 20-minute Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken is a delicious dish featuring a creamy blend of spinach, cream cheese, and garlic. It’s a restaurant-quality recipe that comes together in no time! We’re huge fans of cooking chicken in the air fryer, and I had a feeling that stuffed chicken would turn out amazing in it as well.

For this recipe, we stuffed chicken breasts with a quick and flavorful mixture of cream cheese, spinach, and a few other ingredients. Think of it as spinach dip inside chicken!

The best part is that the air fryer ensures the chicken cooks evenly while staying tender and juicy.

Pair this dish with a side salad for a simple, healthy, low-carb dinner.

Ingredients:

Chicken Breasts – Boneless, skinless breasts work perfectly for this recipe.
Olive Oil
Seasonings – A blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt makes for the perfect seasoning.
Cream Cheese
Shredded Parmesan
Mayonnaise – Don’t worry, you won’t taste the mayo, it just adds to the creamy texture.
Baby Spinach – Fresh spinach is preferred, but if using frozen, make sure to thaw and drain it thoroughly.
Garlic
Red Pepper Flakes – Optional, but they help balance the richness of the filling.

How to Make Air Fried Stuffed Chicken:

Prepare the chicken – Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Hold the chicken in place with one hand and carefully slice into the side, like you’re butterflying it, but don’t cut all the way through. You can watch our recipe video for an easy demonstration!
Season the chicken – Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the chicken. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly on both sides of the chicken.
Prepare the filling – In a bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Use a spoon to stuff the mixture into the pockets of the chicken breasts.
Cook the chicken – Lightly oil the air fryer basket. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the basket, making sure they’re spaced apart. Cook at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.

Be sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer, ensuring it reaches 165°F in the center before serving. Make sure the thermometer is in the meat, not the filling.

Serving Suggestions:

This air fryer stuffed chicken tastes just like it came from a high-end restaurant! We like to serve it with a side of potatoes and vegetables. Here are a few of our favorite sides:

We stuffed these chicken breasts with a creamy spinach filling and cooked them perfectly in the air fryer!

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

4 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Instructions:

Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut a pocket into the side of each breast.
Season the chicken: Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the chicken. In a small bowl, combine paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly on both sides of the chicken.
Make the filling: In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan, mayonnaise, spinach, garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir until well combined.
Stuff the chicken: Spoon the spinach mixture into each chicken breast pocket.
Cook the chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a greased air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Keep the cooked chicken warm in a low oven, covered with foil, while the next batch cooks.
Air fry: Set the air fryer to 375°F and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F in the thickest part of the breast. Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature, ensuring it’s in the meat and not the filling for an accurate reading.

Notes:

Be sure to check the temperature in the meat and not the filling for the most accurate reading.
Depending on your air fryer’s size, you may need to cook the chicken in batches.