This innovative recipe takes your favorite quesadilla to new heights. By swapping out traditional tortillas for naan bread and utilizing the magic of the air fryer, you achieve a delightful textural contrast.
The naan crisps up beautifully in the air fryer, while the fillings get melty and delicious. It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s perfect for satisfying savory cravings.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas (8-inch size) – 4
- Shredded Mexican cheese blend – 1 ½ cups (or your favorite cheese)
- Cooking spray
- Fillings (optional): You can add various fillings like seasoned cooked chicken, black beans, sauteed vegetables, salsa etc.
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer: Most recipes recommend preheating the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare your tortillas (optional): If you prefer warmed tortillas, you can quickly heat them in a microwave or on a stovetop over medium heat for a few seconds per side.
3. Assemble the quesadilla: Place one tortilla on a flat surface. Evenly spread half of the shredded cheese over one half of the tortilla. You can add your desired fillings on top of the cheese. Top it with the remaining cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to create a semi-circle shape.
4. Lightly oil the quesadilla (optional): You can brush or spray the outside of the folded quesadilla with a thin layer of cooking spray for extra crispiness.
5. Cook the quesadilla: Place the quesadilla seam side down in the preheated air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer and the thickness of your quesadilla, cook for 3-5 minutes.
6. Flip and cook again: Using a spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve and enjoy! Cut the quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or pico de gallo.
Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook the quesadillas in batches if necessary.
- Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of your quesadilla. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.
- You can experiment with different types of cheese and fillings to create your own unique quesadillas.
- Leftover quesadillas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes until crispy again.pen_spark