Name: Air Fryer Quesadilla
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 4 10- inch flour tortillas; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 4 tablespoons salsa; 4 tablespoons melted butter; Guacamole (for serving); Sour cream (for serving); Additional salsa (for serving)

We’re making our own tasty quesadillas at home using the air fryer! This quesadilla features a perfectly buttery tortilla with a slight crisp on the outside and ooey, gooey cheesy goodness on the inside. It’s made for cheese lovers who crave a meal in minutes!

If you really love quesadillas, make sure you try our Pizza Quesadilla or Steak Quesadilla too!

Why Our Recipe

Brushed with butter for the perfect crisp on the outside.
Made in just 10 minutes using an air fryer.
Cheddar cheese provides the ideal gooeyness and flavor.

An overhead view of two cheese quesadillas in an air fryer basket.

Some days just call for a simple yet delicious tortilla stuffed with gooey cheese. Lucky for you, we’ve perfected the quesadilla! A warm, buttery tortilla is packed with cheddar cheese that melts to perfection, delivering that irresistible cheese pull every time. Seriously, give it a try and see just how cheesy things can get!

Ingredient Notes

Flour Tortillas: Use your favorite brand of tortilla.
Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Freshly shredded cheddar cheese works best. Prepackaged cheese contains additives to prevent clumping which also makes it hard to melt.
Salsa: Choose a homemade salsa or store-bought. Drain any excess liquid before adding to prevent your quesadilla from becoming soggy.
Toppings: Choose your favorite toppings such as guacamole, sour cream or additional salsa.

Variations

There are several ways you can change up your traditional quesadilla and make it even more delicious. Some great options include:

Cheese: You can change up your cheese by using shredded mozzarella, Colby Jack, queso quesadilla, or even a Mexican-style blend.

Chicken: Add shredded or cubed cooked chicken.

Beef: You can add shredded, sliced or even ground beef (just make sure it’s cooked beforehand).

Beans: Black or pinto beans pair great (you can do whole beans or refried beans).

Vegetables: Sautéed bell peppers, mushrooms, or onions are great options.

An overhead view of a close up of a quesadilla in the air fryer.

Use Liners for Easy Cleanup

Parchment Liners: These pre-cut, perforated parchment liners are super handy. The little holes make sure the air flows properly so your quesadilla gets perfectly crispy.

Silicone Liners: If you’re into reusable options, silicone liners are the way to go. These fit perfectly into your air fryer basket, they’re dishwasher-safe.