Traditional Neapolitan calzones were actually street food sold by vendors who folded pizza dough to prevent toppings from spilling.
Crispy High Protein Calzone
Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering calzone that’s not only crispy but also loaded with protein! Stuffed with savory chicken, gooey mozzarella, and a hint of zesty marinara, this delightful pocket of goodness is perfect for a quick meal or a satisfying snack. Bake it until golden brown for that irresistible crunch and watch it disappear in no time!
Prep
15
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
1
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 1🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- 1 chicken breast
- 3 tbsp pepperoni slices (45 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup mozzarella (79.2 ml)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (60 ml)
📦Other(1)
- Italian seasonings
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Blend your chicken, egg, Parmesan & seasonings.
- 2
On a sheet of parchment paper, flatten into a thin circle. Add your mozzarella, pepperoni and any other fillings you like.
- 3
Fold it over using the parchment paper, peel the paper back, press the edges with a fork and air fry @ 400F for 10-15 mins.
- 4
Take it out, serve with marinara and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Chill your chicken-egg mixture for 15-20 minutes before flattening to firm up proteins and prevent tearing when folding the calzone.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Roll the chicken mixture between two sheets of parchment to achieve uniform 1/4-inch thickness, which ensures even cooking and prevents soggy centers.technique1/4-inch thickness
- ✓Leave a 1-inch border when adding fillings and don't exceed 3/4 cup total filling to prevent bursting during air frying as steam builds pressure.technique1-inch border, 3/4 cup max
- ✓Brush the sealed edges with beaten egg white before air frying to create a protein seal that prevents filling leakage at 400°F.technique400°F
- ✓Flip the calzone halfway through cooking (at 6-7 minutes) to ensure both sides reach the optimal 165°F internal temperature for food safety.timing6-7 minutes, 165°F
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Prep
15
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
1
people
Level
beginner
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Traditional Neapolitan calzones were actually street food sold by vendors who folded pizza dough to prevent toppings from spilling.
Crispy High Protein Calzone
Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering calzone that’s not only crispy but also loaded with protein! Stuffed with savory chicken, gooey mozzarella, and a hint of zesty marinara, this delightful pocket of goodness is perfect for a quick meal or a satisfying snack. Bake it until golden brown for that irresistible crunch and watch it disappear in no time!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 1🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- 1 chicken breast
- 3 tbsp pepperoni slices (45 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup mozzarella (79.2 ml)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (60 ml)
📦Other(1)
- Italian seasonings
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Blend your chicken, egg, Parmesan & seasonings.
- 2
On a sheet of parchment paper, flatten into a thin circle. Add your mozzarella, pepperoni and any other fillings you like.
- 3
Fold it over using the parchment paper, peel the paper back, press the edges with a fork and air fry @ 400F for 10-15 mins.
- 4
Take it out, serve with marinara and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Chill your chicken-egg mixture for 15-20 minutes before flattening to firm up proteins and prevent tearing when folding the calzone.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Roll the chicken mixture between two sheets of parchment to achieve uniform 1/4-inch thickness, which ensures even cooking and prevents soggy centers.technique1/4-inch thickness
- ✓Leave a 1-inch border when adding fillings and don't exceed 3/4 cup total filling to prevent bursting during air frying as steam builds pressure.technique1-inch border, 3/4 cup max
- ✓Brush the sealed edges with beaten egg white before air frying to create a protein seal that prevents filling leakage at 400°F.technique400°F
- ✓Flip the calzone halfway through cooking (at 6-7 minutes) to ensure both sides reach the optimal 165°F internal temperature for food safety.timing6-7 minutes, 165°F