- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing horizontally through the middle, creating a pocket for the filling. Season each chicken breast with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Prepare the Caprese Filling:
- In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, chopped basil, and balsamic glaze. Mix well.
- Stuff the Chicken:
- Stuff each chicken breast with the caprese filling, pressing it down into the pocket.
- Coat the Chicken:
- In one shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan. Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Air Fry:
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 18-22 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the cooked chicken with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with additional balsamic glaze before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve the Air Fryer Caprese Stuffed Chicken with your favorite side dishes.
Enjoy this flavorful and cheesy Caprese stuffed chicken made in the air fryer! It’s a delightful dish with the classic combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.