Quick and Easy Air Fryer Quesadilla
Quick and Easy Air Fryer Quesadilla has a crispy shell and perfectly melted cheese in the center, then topped with your favorite toppings. The perfect weeknight dinner without all the grease from frying in a pan.
My air fryer and the instant pot have been such a game-changer when I’m trying to rush and make a quick meal they have saved me on so many occasions. Having quick meals like Air Fryer Hot Dogs and Instant Pot homemade hamburger helper is a lifesaver when I’m in a hurry.
Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla is no different this was such a quick meal that everyone in my house loved.
What do you need For Air Fryer Quesadilla?
The great thing about making quesadillas is you can please even the pickiest eater. We used chicken in ours but you can also use beef, pork, or just plain cheese works also.
- Air Fryer
- Corn tortillas or flour tortillas
- Monterey Jack Cheese
- Olive Oil or Cooking Spray
- Shredded Chicken, Beef, or Pork (optional)
Toppings:
- Sour Cream
- Salsa
- Black Beans
- Guacamole
- Cheese
- Green Onions
Step by Step Directions For Quick and Easy Air Fryer Quesadilla
- Pre-heat Air Fryer to 400 degrees.
- Spread shredded cheese on half of the tortilla shell.
- Add your favorite cooked meat like rotisserie chicken, beef, or pork.
- Fold the tortilla in half.
- Spray top with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Place in the air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip over and cook for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
Chef Tips and Tricks
- Make sure you pre-heat the air fryer.
- You can add veggies or meats to your tortilla.
- Spray with cooking oil or coat with olive oil for a crispier crust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monterey Jack is the best cheese for this recipe. It’s best to shred the cheese yourself it melts much nicer than the pre-shredded cheese.
10 minutes on 400 degrees flipping over after 5 minutes.
You can use flour or corn shells, you can even use the low-carb tortillas for a healthier option.
You can reheat them right in the air fryer for 3 minutes.
You can place the quesadillas in an air-tight container for 5 days.
Yes, you can freeze them for up to 3 months in an air-tight container.
What to serve with Air Fryer Quesadillas?
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Quick and Easy Air Fryer Quesadilla
Quick and Easy Air Fryer Quesadilla has a crispy shell and perfectly melted cheese in the center, then topped with your favorite toppings. The perfect weeknight dinner without all the grease from frying in a pan.
Ingredients
- 2 Tortilla Shells
- 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese
- olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees
- Spread shredded cheese on half of the tortilla shell
- Add your favorite cooked meat like rotisserie chicken, beef, or pork.
- Fold the tortilla in half.
- Spray top with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Place in the air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip over and cook for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 165Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 229mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 7g
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