Air fryer quesadillas are cheesy, perfectly crisp, and so easy to make. Ready in under 10 minutes, you can add chicken, steak, beans, vegetables, or just cheese for the best classic quesadilla.
Cheese qusadillas made in an air fryer
Word can’t describe how amazing these quesadillas are. They are incredibly cheesy and slightly crisp and buttery on the outside. Each bite melts in your mouth… they are seriously addictive!
You can enjoy them with just cheese, or you can add chicken, pulled pork, steak, vegetables, and/or beans. The sky is the limit with variations!
One of the best things about these air fried quesadillas is that they take 7 minutes to make with three base ingredients. Clean up will be easy, you’ll save tons of time, and you do not need to have any cooking skills to make them. They are simply perfect as an appetizer for Game day, as a quick lunch, or as dinner.
Ingredients
You only need three ingredients to make air fryer quesadillas! They make for the perfect quick lunch, dinner, and appetizer. Here is a list of ingredients:
- Flour Tortillas: First up, grab 2 soft flour tortillas. I recommend using a brand that easily folds in half.
- Shredded Cheese: Then you’ll need 1/2 – 2/3 cups of your favorite shredded cheese. I love sharp cheddar or a Mexican-blend for these quesadillas.
- Olive Oil or Spray: To make sure that these quesadillas are crispy on the outside, you’ll need to spray the bottom of the air fryer basket and the tops of the quesadillas with olive oil or spray.
Kitchen tools need
Clean up is so easy with this quesadilla recipe. In fact, you only need your air fryer and a spatula. Here is a list, so you are prepared and ready to cook!
- Air Fyrer
- Spatula
- Measuring Tools: 1/2 cup or 1/3 cup.
How to make air fryer quasadillas
These homemade quesadillas are made in a few simple steps right in your air fryer! They are crispy on the outside and super cheesy on the inside. Here are step-by-step instructions:
Step 1: First, preheat air fryer to 350°F and spray air fryer basket with olive oil, avocado oil, or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Add about 1/4 to 1/3 cup cheese onto one side of the first tortilla, fold it in half, and place it into the air fryer basket. I used super soft flour tortillas, so it was not hard to fold; if there is resistance, heat up your tortilla in the microwave (with no cheese) for 10 – 15 seconds. If you are adding mix-in like chicken, beans, or vegetables, add them in this step too.
Step 3: Repeat step 2 with the second tortilla.
Step 4: Next, lightly brush the tops with olive oil or lightly spray again with avocado or olive oil. Air fry for 1 minute, then open the air fryer basket and use a spatula to press the quesadilla down, making sure it is folded in half and secure.
Step 5: Continue to air fry for 3 – 5 minutes, flipping the quesadillas halfway through. They should be golden brown, slightly crisp, and the cheese should be melted. Remove from the air fryer and gently press down with a spatula to ensure the quesadillas hold together.
Cut into triangles and serve immediately with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Air fried quesadilla variations
You can add anything you want into these quesadillas: from chicken to steak, bean, and vegetables. Here are my recommendations:
- Chicken Quesadilla: Add in about 1/4 cup of cooked cubed or shredded chicken.
- Steak Quesadilla: Add in about 1/4 cup of cooked cubed steak.
- Pork Quesadilla: Add in about 1/4 cup of cooked shredded or pulled pork.
- Bean Quesadilla: Add in about 1/4 cup of black beans, kidney beans, or even refried beans.
- Vegetable Quesadilla: Add in about 1/4 cup of cooked fajita vegetables.
What to serve with quesadillas
I love serving my quesadillas with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, Greek yogurt, and/or pico de Gallo. Pick your favorites and have fun with it!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use corn tortillas?
I recommend using a soft flour tortilla; however, you can also use a corn one if needed to make this recipe gluten free. Try to buy a brand that is super soft and foldable.
Do I need to preheat my air fryer?
Yes! To get maximum crispiness and melty cheese, preheat your air fryer to 350°F while preparing the quesadillas.
Can I make them vegan?
Yes, just use your favorite dairy-free shredded cheese.
What if my air fryer basket is small?
If your air fryer basket does not fit two quesadillas, simply cook one at a time.
Can I double or tripple the recipe?
Yes, you can make as make quesadillas as you want with this recipe! Just cook them in batches and do not allow the quesadillas to overlap in the air fryer.
Try these air fryer recipes next!
- Air Fryer Italian Turkey Meatballs
- Air Fryer Orange Chicken
- Juicy Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
- Air Fried Buffalo Chicken
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Air Fryer Quesadillas
Ingredients
- 2 soft flour tortillas, at room temperature
- 1/2 - 2/3 cups shredded cheese, I recommend sharp cheddar or Mexican-blend
- Avocado or olive oil spray
- Optional mix-ins: shredded or cubed chicken, cooked black or kidney beans, corn, fajita vegetables
- Optional toppings: salsa, guacamole, Greek yogurt, sour cream, or hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F and spray air fryer basket with olive oil, avocado oil, or nonstick spray.
- Cheese Quesadilla: Add about 1/4 to 1/3 cup cheese onto one side of the first tortilla, fold it in half, and place it into the air fryer basket. I used super soft flour tortillas, so it was not hard to fold, if there is resistance, heat up your tortilla in the microwave (with no cheese) for 10 - 15 seconds.
- Optional Mix-Ins: If you are adding mix-ins, add half the amount of cheese onto one side of the first tortilla, add desired mix-ins, top with the remaining cheese, then fold the tortilla in half and add to the air fryer.
- Repeat step 2 or 3 with the second tortilla.
- Lightly brush the tops with olive oil or lightly spray again with avocado or olive oil.
- Air fry for 1 minute, then open the air fryer basket and use a spatula to press the quesadilla down, making sure it is folded in half and secure.
- Continue to air fry for 3 - 5 minutes, flipping the quesadillas halfway through. They should be golden brown, slightly crisp, and the cheese should be melted.
- Remove from the air fryer and gently press down with a spatula to ensure the quesadillas hold together.
- Cut into triangles and serve immediately with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
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Andrea says
Made these and it was amazing! My kids loved them and it was super duper easy to make.
Saskia says
Crispy & delicious! Highly recommend trying these.
Mary Kate says
Crispy and cheesy. Love that it was made in air fryer because I really never thought of doing this before.
Tati Chermayeff says
You made my day!! Thank you so much
Porscha says
So delicious, make this now!