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air fryer chicken quesadillas recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Quesadillas Recipe: 7 Steps to Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A flavorful air fryer chicken quesadilla recipe that combines tender chicken with melted cheese and spices, all cooked to perfection.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/4 cup onion, diced
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • 4 flour tortillas
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cheese, bell peppers, onion, and taco seasoning.
  3. Place one tortilla on a flat surface.
  4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly on half of the tortilla.
  5. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
  6. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  7. Carefully place the folded tortilla in the air fryer basket.
  8. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  9. Remove from the air fryer and let cool for a minute before slicing.
  10. Serve with salsa or sour cream.

Notes

  • Try adding black beans or corn for extra flavor.
  • Experiment with different types of cheese.
  • For a spicier kick, add jalapeños to the filling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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