(Creamy, Golden & Ultra Comforting!)
✨ Description
This Cheesy Chicken Bake in the Air Fryer is juicy chicken smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with a golden, bubbly crust. It’s quick, rich, and incredibly satisfying—perfect for a weeknight dinner with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
⏱️ Details
Prep: 10–15 min | Cook: 18–22 min
Total: ~35 min
Servings: 4
Kcal: 520 | Protein: 42g
🛒 Ingredients
🍗 Chicken:
500g chicken breast (cubed or sliced)
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
🧀 Creamy Cheese Sauce:
3 tbsp cream cheese
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella 🧀
½ cup cheddar cheese
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp chili flakes 🌶️ (optional)
🌿 Topping:
Extra mozzarella
Parmesan (optional)
Fresh parsley
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Season chicken
Toss chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil
2️⃣ Make creamy base
Mix cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic, and seasoning until smooth
Stir in mozzarella and cheddar
3️⃣ Combine
Place chicken in an air fryer-safe dish
Pour creamy cheese sauce over chicken
Top with extra cheese
4️⃣ Air fry
Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 18–22 minutes
Cook until chicken is done and cheese is golden and bubbly
5️⃣ Serve
Garnish with parsley 🌿
Serve with rice, pasta, or roasted veggies 🍚🥦
😋 Flavor & Experience
Juicy chicken coated in rich, creamy cheese sauce with a golden bubbly top—this dish is cheesy, comforting, and completely addictive 🤤🔥
