Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla
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Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla
Description
To prepare, the air fryer is preheated. The basket is lightly sprayed with oil to prevent sticking. A corn tortilla is placed inside and spread with guacamole, followed by grated cheddar cheese and cooked cubed chicken. Another tortilla tops the fillings, and a toothpick secures it during cooking. The quesadilla cooks for several minutes, flipped halfway through to crisp both sides evenly.
The result is a crispy exterior with a warm, gooey interior of melted cheese combined with savory chicken and smooth guacamole. Corn tortillas lend a slight corn flavor and a gluten-free option, though flour tortillas can be used instead. The quesadilla is cut into portions and served immediately.
Although the recipe notes suggest storing unused tortillas in the freezer to preserve freshness and thawing before use, the dish itself is best enjoyed fresh. The toothpick holding the layers helps maintain a neat form during air frying. This method offers a convenient alternative to pan-frying or baking quesadillas.
Ingredients
Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla Ingredients:
- 2 corn tortillas gluten-free
- 3 tablespoons guacamole
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheese grated
- 1/2 cup chicken breast cubed, cooked
Instructions
Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla Recipe Instructions:
- Preheat air fryer to 325 F / 170 C.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Set the first tortilla inside the basket. Then spread on the guacamole, add the cheese and chicken and then top with the second tortilla.
- Use a toothpick to hold the top tortilla in place during cooking.
- Cook for 6-10 mins (depending on how crispy you like them), carefully flipping the quesadilla over halfway through.
- Remove from the air fryer, cut and serve.
Notes
- Use a toothpick or the air fryer’s metal trivet to keep the top tortilla in place during cooking.
- Corn tortillas provide a gluten-free option, but you may substitute flour tortillas if preferred.
- Store leftover tortillas in the freezer and thaw for about 15 minutes before using.
- This recipe yields approximately 4 Freestyle SmartPoints per serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 106kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 87mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 159mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 110IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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