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An air fryer quesadilla, with a big stretch of cheese.

Air Fryer Quesadillas

This quick and easy meal idea is perfect for lunch or a light dinner! You need just a few ingredients, and it's picky eater approved. Air Fryer Quesadillas are SO simple, and so effortless. You're not going to want to make them any other way ever again!
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Course: Air Fryer Recipes
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 9 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 583kcal
Author: Dolly (Dash for Dinner)

Ingredients

  • 2 medium 8" flour tortillas
  • ¼-1/3 cup shredded cheese
  • Cooking spray or oil misting spray
  • Optional fillings and toppings: shredded chicken, shredded beef, refried beans, jalapenos, etc.

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400F according to your manufacturers instructions.
  • Spray one side of one of the tortillas, and place the oiled side down in the basket or tray of the preheated air fryer.
  • Top with the shredded cheese, then any desired fillings such as chicken, beans, corn, or jalapenos.
  • Spray one side of the remaining tortilla and place it on top of the shredded cheese and fillings, with the oiled side facing up.
  • Place an oven safe metal trivet on top of the quesadilla to hold the tortilla down. Alternatively, you can spear several toothpicks through the layers to hold everything in place.
  • Cook in the air fryer for 4-6 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted and gooey. Optionally, you can flip at the halfway point to ensure even browning, but it isn't necessary if you just want to a quick meal.
  • Remove the hot trivet using a pair of tongs, and remove the quesadilla using a large spatula.
  • Place the quesadilla on a cutting board and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before cutting into quarters with a pizza cutter or sharp knife.

Notes

Best Fillings for Cheese Quesadillas

  • Refried beans
  • Shredded cooked chicken
  • Shredded cooked beef
  • Chopped jalapeno
  • Chopped ancho chilies
  • Green onions
  • Fire roasted corn
  • Cooked black beans

Toppings and Sauces

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 896mg | Fiber: 3g