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Air Fryer Quesadillas are the ultimate quick and easy meal—perfect for busy weeknights, lunch, or even a party appetizer. Crispy and golden on the outside, extra gooey and cheesy on the inside, they’re ready in just minutes and loved by the whole family!

Made with only a few simple ingredients, these quesadillas are a childhood favorite that never gets old. Additionally, they’re extremely versatile, allowing everyone to customize them with their favorite fillings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick & easy—ready in minutes ⏱️
  • Super crispy tortillas with melty cheese inside
  • Perfect for dinner, lunch, or appetizers
  • Customizable with endless filling options

🧾 Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas – the perfect base for crispy air-fried quesadillas
  • Shredded cheese – cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Mexican blend, or your favorite
  • Olive oil – lightly brushed on tortillas for crispiness and to prevent sticking

👩‍🍳 How to Make Air Fryer Quesadillas

  1. Lightly brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil. Place oil-side down.
  2. Sprinkle a thin layer of shredded cheese and any desired fillings on one half.
  3. Fold tortillas in half and gently press to seal (use a toothpick if needed).
  4. Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  5. Remove and serve immediately, or rest on a wire rack to keep them crispy.

Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model.

✅ Tips for the Best Quesadillas

  • Lightly brush tortillas with olive oil for extra crispiness
  • Don’t overfill—less is more to avoid cheese leaking out
  • Flip halfway for even browning

🔄 Variations

Fillings:
Chicken, ground beef, refried beans, black beans, bacon, onions, mushrooms, olives, tomatoes, or veggies

Toppings:
Sour cream, salsa, guacamole, hot sauce

Seasonings:
Garlic powder, red pepper flakes, cayenne, Italian seasoning

❓ FAQs

Can I use a different cheese?
Absolutely! Mexican blend, pepper jack, mozzarella, or any favorite cheese works great.

How do I store leftovers?

  • Refrigerator: 3–4 days in an airtight container
  • Freezer: Up to 4 months, stored flat in a freezer-safe bag

Crispy, cheesy, and endlessly customizable—these Air Fryer Quesadillas are sure to become a go-to favorite! 😍

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Air Fryer Quesadillas

Recipe by admin1
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

104

kcal

Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas

  • Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)

  • Cooking spray or olive oil

  • Optional fillings: cooked chicken, beef, veggies, beans, etc.

Directions

  • Remove tortillas from packaging and spray or brush one side of each tortilla with cooking spray or oil.
  • Place tortillas in the air fryer basket, oil-side down.
  • Spread a thin layer of shredded cheese and optional fillings over one half of each tortilla.
  • Fold tortillas in half and gently press to seal. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  • Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  • After about 2 minutes, check the tortillas and gently press them together if they have opened. The melted cheese will seal them.
  • Remove and serve immediately, or place on a wire rack to keep crispy.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill—less filling helps keep quesadillas sealed
    Flip halfway for even crisping
    Adjust cook time slightly depending on the air fryer model

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 104 kcal
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 14 mg
Sodium: 203 mg
Potassium: 30 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 1 g
Vitamin A: 142 IU
Calcium: 122 mg
Iron: 1 mg

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