Description
Air Fryer Cheese Quesadillas deliver a level of crunch and consistency that is difficult to achieve on a standard stovetop. Using an air fryer preserves every ounce of authentic flavor, creating a gourmet experience from a simple dish.
Ingredients
Scale
4 Medium Flour or Corn Tortillas
2 cups Monterey Jack or Oaxacan Cheese
1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/4 teaspoon Dried Mexican Oregano
Sea Salt to Taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C)
- Brush one side of each tortilla with oil, then flip and layer cheese, paprika, and oregano on half of each tortilla
- Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape and secure edges if necessary
- Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes
- Flip each quesadilla and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until crispy
- Let sit for 60 seconds before slicing into wedges
Notes
Never overcrowd the air fryer basket for best results.
Use freshly grated cheese for optimal melt.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium quesadilla
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg