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Air fryer Southwest chicken quesadilla made with melted cheese, seasoned chicken, and golden crispy tortilla.

Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Southwest Chicken Quesadillas

4.30 from 31 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

Trader Joe's Southwest chicken quesadillas turn out impossibly crispy on the outside, melty in the middle — straight from frozen, no oil, no thawing. Dinner is on the table in thirteen minutes.

Ingredients 

  • 1 packae frozen Trader Joe's Southwest style chicken quesadillas
  • Guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, cilantro, lime

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  • Unwrap quesadillas — no oil or thawing required.
  • Place in basket in a single layer with space around each. Cook 7 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Slice into wedges and serve immediately with toppings.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Notes

  • Flip halfway — both sides crisp to deep golden brown.
  • Don't crowd — leave breathing room around each.
  • Air fryers vary — start checking at 6 minutes if yours runs hot.
  • Skip the oil — they crisp beautifully on their own.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 2kcalProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 3mgCalcium: 4mg