Mexican-Style Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5-2 lbs)
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (10 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 (4 oz) can diced mild green chiles
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
• Olive oil spray

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts, black beans, corn, green chiles, red onion, cilantro, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Make a pocket in each chicken breast by carefully slicing it almost all the way through horizontally.
4. Spoon 1/8 of the stuffing mixture into each pocket and top with a slice of cheese.
5. Place chicken breasts in air fryer basket. Spray lightly with olive oil.
6. Air fry for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

One serving (1 chicken breast) contains approximately:

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful with a combination of Mexican spices
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Crunchy and colorful exterior from the air fryer
• Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal

User Comments:

• "These stuffed chicken breasts were absolutely delicious! The stuffing was perfectly balanced and the cheese melted beautifully."
• "I made these for a dinner party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful they were."
• "I love that these are air fried instead of deep fried, making them a healthier option without sacrificing taste."
• "I added a dollop of guacamole and sour cream on top, and it was the perfect finishing touch."
• "I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but these chicken breasts were surprisingly good. The flavors were not overwhelming and the cheese was nice and gooey."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you do not have an air fryer, you can bake these chicken breasts in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes.
• Be careful not to overfill the chicken breasts with stuffing, as it may burst while cooking.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through before serving.
• If desired, garnish with additional cilantro or shredded lettuce.