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Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla is a quick and crispy meal.
Made with chicken, cheese, and a zesty sauce.
Ready in under 15 minutes in the air fryer.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice about ½ lime
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Cooking spray
  • 2 8-inch flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked chicken cubed or shredded
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
  • In a small bowl, whisk sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Spray the air fryer rack with cooking spray.
  • Spread the sauce evenly on one tortilla and place it sauce-side up in the air fryer.
  • Add chicken and cheese evenly on top.
  • Cover with the second tortilla and lightly spray the top.
  • Secure with toothpicks to keep it in place.
  • Cook the Air Fryer Chicken Quesadilla for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Let cool slightly, slice into quarters, and serve.

Notes

  • Serve with guacamole, salsa, or yogurt dip
  • Add jalapeños for heat
  • Try whole wheat tortillas for a healthier twist