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Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla

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Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla

This Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla recipe is incredibly easy! Tortilla shells filled with lots of cheese, peppers, onions, and tender chicken.

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Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Once you sink your teeth into an air fryer quesadilla, you’ll understand what all the fuss is about. They are incredible!

Whenever I can’t really figure out what is for a quick dinner or lunch, I usually make a few quesadillas in the air fryer.

I usually have the ingredients on hand, and my kids love them. This chicken quesadilla recipe is simple to prepare and a big hit with everyone.

Making quesadillas in the air fryer makes them crispy on the outside and oozing with warm ingredients inside.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Mexican Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER QUESO (MEXICAN CHEESE DIP), AIR FRYER MEXICAN STREET CORN RECIPE, TACO BELL MEXICAN PIZZA RECIPE IN THE AIR FRYER and AIR FRYER, HOMEMADE MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES.

Ingredients For Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla

Ingredients For Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla
  • Cooked Chicken
  • Tortillas
  • Sliced Green, Yellow, and Red Bell Peppers
  • Onions
  • Shredded Mexican Cheese
  • Toppings: Salsa, Guacamole, Sour Cream, etc.

How To Make This Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

chicken on a tortilla

Step 1: Start making quesadilla

Lay down a tortilla, and top it with diced/shredded chicken, shredded cheese, peppers, and onions.

tortilla

Step 2: Add another tortilla

Place another tortilla on top of the fillings, and spray with cooking spray.

Add Toothpicks to the tortilla

Step 3: Air fry

Add toothpicks to the tortilla. Just scatter them out.

Set the quesadilla into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 360 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 4-6 minutes.

air fryer chicken quesadillas

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is The Best Kind Of Cheese for Quesadillas In The Air Fryer?

I love a lot of different cheeses in my quesadillas. Some of my favorites are:

  • Cheddar
  • Monterey Jack
  • Mexican
  • Colby Jack
  • Oaxaca Cheese

Any of them would be a great addition to this air fryer chicken quesadilla recipe.

What Are Some Other Filling Ideas for Air Fryer Quesadillas?

  • Shredded Beef
  • Grilled Chicken
  • Sweet Pork
  • Roasted Vegetables (I love onions and peppers with cheese, yummY)
  • Spinach Artichoke
  • Cheese, lots and lots of cheese!

How To Store Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla

If you have any leftover chicken quesadillas, let them cool to room temperature and then place them into an airtight container. Place the container into the refrigerator, where they will last for about 2 to 3 days.

To reheat quesadillas in the air fryer, place them back into the air fryer basket, spray with cooking spray, and cook for 2-3 minutes at 360 degrees F.

How To Freeze Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla

This is a great meal to prep ahead of time and freeze. To freezer, for future use, make as directed, and then place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet into the freezer until frozen solid.

To Air Fryer Frozen Quesadillas: Place the frozen quesadillas into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 370 degrees F, air fryer setting for 3-6 minutes. Remove when fully warmed through.

Some of My Other Favorite Air Fryer Recipes-

  • AIR FRYER SPATCHCOCK CHICKEN
  • AIR FRYER BEEF ENCHILADAS
  • AIR FRYER CHICKEN PARMESAN
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Air Fryer Chicken Quesadillas
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

This Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla recipe is incredibly easy! Tortilla shells filled with lots of cheese, peppers, onions, and tender chicken.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer quesadilla
Servings: 3
Calories: 552 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 cups chicken cooked, shredded or diced
  • 2 cups mexican cheese shredded
  • 1 cup bell peppers cooked
  • 1/2 cup onions cooked
  • 6 tortillas corn or flour
  • Toppings of your choice
Instructions
  1. Lay down a tortilla, top with diced/shredded chicken, shredded cheese, peppers, and onions.

  2. Place another tortilla on top of the fillings, and spray with cooking spray.

  3. Add toothpicks to the tortilla. Just scatter them out. Set the quesadilla into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 360 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 4-6 minutes.

  4. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Chicken Quesadillas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 552 Calories from Fat 288
% Daily Value*
Fat 32g49%
Saturated Fat 16g100%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 98mg33%
Sodium 923mg40%
Potassium 351mg10%
Carbohydrates 36g12%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 30g60%
Vitamin A 2098IU42%
Vitamin C 66mg80%
Calcium 593mg59%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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