Air Fryer Quesadillas in Under 10 Minutes | Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas [2020]

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber; corn tortillas are often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is a healthier protein alternative, while canned chicken is more affordable.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and lower in calories; banana peppers are often less expensive.

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked chicken and jalapeño to the skillet; stir until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Remove the chicken mixture from the skillet and set aside.

Place a flour tortilla in the air fryer basket and sprinkle half with cheese.

Add a portion of the chicken mixture on top of the cheese.

Fold the tortilla over to form a half-moon shape.

Air fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before slicing.

Garnish with cilantro and serve with salsa or sour cream.

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