Air Fryer Chicken Pizza Hot Pockets
Crispy, cheesy, and totally satisfying - these chicken pizza hot pockets are the ultimate comfort food makeover. Think golden edges, gooey mozzarella, and all your favorite pizza toppings, tucked into a high-protein, low-carb crust made from juicy ground chicken. No dough, no fuss, just melty, meaty pizza goodness in every bite!
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 276kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken breast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese plus extra for topping
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- pepperoni slices
- Fresh or frozen spinach leaves (thawed and squeezed dry)
Instructions
- Make the chicken crust mixture: In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with salt, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and parmesan until fully combined.
- Form the pockets: Place a piece of parchment paper on your counter. Scoop a portion of the chicken mixture and flatten it into a thin circle (about ¼ inch thick). Use another piece of parchment on top and a rolling pin if needed for even thickness.
- Add the filling: Remove the top layer of parchment. On one half of the chicken circle, spread 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce, a sprinkle of mozzarella, a few pepperoni slices, and some spinach. Add another small layer of mozzarella on top.
- Seal the pockets: Carefully fold the chicken over the filling using the parchment to help lift and press the edges together. Pinch well to seal.
- Sprinkle the top of each pocket with extra parmesan and Italian seasoning. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray and add the pockets in a single layer. Air fry for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool for a few minutes. Serve with extra marinara sauce or ranch for dipping.
Notes
- You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just pop them in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes at 350°F until heated through.
- For longer storage, freeze the cooked pockets individually on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag. Reheat from frozen at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1396mg | Potassium: 726mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 583IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 214mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbs: 3g