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January 7, 2023 30 Minute Meals

Air Fryer Quesadilla

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This Air Fryer Quesadilla recipe is a healthy dinner that's done in less than 20 minutes. It's a great weeknight meal that only needs 3 ingredients. Both kids and adults love these healthy, protein packed quesadillas made in the air fryer.

air fryer quesadilla cut into triangles and topped with cilantro and sour cream.
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  • Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • Air Fryer Quesadilla Ingredients
  • How To Make Quesadillas In The Air Fryer
  • Expert Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Air Fryer Quesadilla Filling Ideas
  • Storing and Reheating Leftovers
  • Serving Suggestions
  • More Easy Air Fryer Dinners You'll Love
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These air fryer quesadillas are bound to become a weekly staple dinner. They're so simple, made with just 3 ingredients, and cook in under 10 minutes.

Both kids and adults love these totally customizable quesadillas as a snack, appetizer, or protein packed meal. If you're short on time, then this is absolutely the dinner to make!

Be sure to also check out these air fryer chicken tenders or these English muffin pizzas for more family friendly dinner ideas!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • It's simple, easy, and done in less than 20 minutes
  • The quesadillas are completely customizable
  • These are a great dinner when you're short on ingredients or time
  • You can serve them as an appetizer or a meal
  • It's a hit with both kids and adults

Air Fryer Quesadilla Ingredients

*full ingredients list and measurements can be found in recipe card below*

ingredients for air fryer quesadilla labeled with black text.
  • Tortillas: I've found that flour tortillas work better than corn because they are more pliable. Corn are a good gluten free option, but they break easier.
  • Cheese: Any kind of cheese will work, but I prefer either cheddar or Pepper Jack. It's best to buy block cheese and shred it yourself because pre-shredded contains cellulose and doesn't melt well
  • Chicken: Chicken is optional, but I like adding extra protein to my air fryer quesadillas. You can use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Oil: The oil helps the tortillas to get brown and crispy. For this recipe I prefer avocado oil because of it's neutral taste but olive oil also works.

How To Make Quesadillas In The Air Fryer

  1. Lay your tortilla on a flat surface and distribute ¼ cup of diced chicken breast and ⅓ cup of shredded cheese over half of it, then fold the tortilla in half.
  2. Repeat with the remaining tortillas
  3. Place 2 quesadillas into the air fryer basket and brush a light coating of oil over the top. Cook at 350 degrees F for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through
  4. Once done, cook the other 2 quesadilla, then slice and serve immediately
flour tortilla with half covered in shredded cheese and diced chicken.
2 tortillas folded in half in air fryer basket.
quesadillas cooked in air fryer basket.

Expert Tips

  • Flour tortillas work best
  • Don't overstuff the quesadilla
  • Chicken should be shredded or finely diced for best results
  • Lightly brush the outside of the tortilla with oil, don't add too much or they'll be soggy
  • Remember to flip the quesadillas halfway through the cooking time
  • Use a pizza cutter so you get smooth, clean cuts
  • Change up the fillings and have fun with flavor combos
  • Plain cheese quesadillas are great for kids
  • Air fryer quesadillas can be a fun appetizer or healthy, simple dinner

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of cheese is best?

I personally like cheddar or pepper jack cheese in my quesadillas, but you can use your favorite. My only suggestion is to buy block cheese and shred it yourself because pre-shredded contains cellulose which prevents it from melting well.

How do I keep the quesadillas from getting soggy?

Just brush the outside of the tortilla lightly with oil before air frying it. Too much oil and your quesadilla will get soggy.
You can also spray it with olive oil or avocado oil spray to prevent adding too much.

How long should quesadillas be in the air fryer?

If you're cooking them, quesadillas can be in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes. If just reheating, they only take about 3-4 minutes.

overhead photo of an air fryer quesadilla topped with cilantro and sour cream.

Air Fryer Quesadilla Filling Ideas

I like to keep mine simple with just cheese and chicken and then add extra toppings once they're cooked. However, these are so versatile you can really add almost anything! Here's a few ideas:

  • Scrambled eggs and chopped bacon (YUMMY breakfast quesadilla)
  • Refried beans
  • Black beans
  • Just cheese
  • Leftover meat (turkey, chicken, shrimp, etc.)
  • Taco meat
  • Roasted veggies

Storing and Reheating Leftovers

STORING: You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. These can also get frozen in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months, just be sure to lay flat.

REHEATING: Place your leftover quesadilla into the air fryer basket and heat at 350 degrees F for 3-4 minutes. You can also reheat in a 350F preheated oven on a baking sheet for 10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

You can serve these air fryer quesadillas as an appetizer with a side of salsa or guacamole. Additionally, you can also make them as an easy dinner and pair with a side salad and rice for a healthy, balanced meal.

quesadilla cut into thirds topped with cilantro and sour cream.

More Easy Air Fryer Dinners You'll Love

  • Air fryer gluten free chicken tenders
  • Easy air fryer chicken sausage with veggies
  • Paleo air fryer orange chicken
  • Boneless chicken thighs in the air fryer
  • Air fryer turkey meatballs

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Air Fryer Quesadilla

air fryer quesadilla cut into triangles and topped with cilantro and sour cream.
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This Air Fryer Quesadilla recipe is a healthy dinner that's done in less than 20 minutes. It's a great weeknight meal that only needs 3 ingredients. Both kids and adults love these healthy, protein packed quesadillas made in the air fryer.

  • Author: Nicole Radcliffe
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 Minutes
  • Total Time: 11 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 1 ⅓ cup cheddar cheese- shredded
  • 2 teaspoons avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

Instructions

  1. Lay your tortilla on a flat surface and distribute ¼ cup of diced chicken breast and ⅓ cup of shredded cheese over half of it, then fold the tortilla in half.
  2. Repeat with the remaining tortillas
  3. Place 2 quesadillas into the air fryer basket and brush a light coating of oil over the top. Cook at 350 degrees F for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through
  4. Once done, cook the other 2 quesadilla, then slice and serve immediately

Notes

Filling Ideas:

  • Cooked ground beef
  • Rotisserie chicken
  • Shrimp
  • Scrambled eggs
  • Black beans
  • Refried beans
  • Cheese

Optional Toppings:

  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole
  • Salsa
  • Pico de gallo
  • Pickled red onions

Optional Spices:

  • Garlic powder
  • Chili powder
  • Taco seasoning
  • Elote seasoning

Tips and Tricks:

  • Don't overstuff the quesadilla
  • Chicken should be shredded or finely diced for best results
  • Lightly brush the outside of the tortilla with oil, don't add too much or they'll be soggy
  • If the top of the tortilla is flipping up, pin it to the bottom with a toothpick
  • Remember to flip the quesadillas halfway through the cooking time
  • Use a pizza cutter so you get smooth, clean cuts
  • Plain cheese quesadillas are great for kids
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days

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