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    Profusion Curry » Air Fryer Recipes

    Pizzadilla Recipe

    Published: Jul 22, 2022 · Modified: Feb 9, 2023 by Prajakta Sukhatme · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Learn how to make a Pizzadilla – a fusion of two of the best foods on earth- a quesadilla combined with pizza. Pizzadillas are a tasty, quick and convenient way to eat pizza.

    What do you think of when you hear the words “pizza” and “quesadilla” in the same sentence? Probably a delicious concoction full of cheesy goodness that’s sure to satisfy.

    Pizzadilla which is fusion recipe of pizza and quesadilla served in triangles.

    Nachos or Quesadillas are so old fashioned !! Make a way to this tempting, cheesy and lip smacking fusion which is also a viral TikTok thing! Speaking of popular TikTok recipes, do check out our Custard Yogurt Toast, Air Fryer Hasselback Sweet Potatoes, and Frozen Yogurt Bark recipes.

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    • Pizza Crust Alternatives
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Pizzadillas?
    • Other Cooking Methods
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • FAQs
    • Equipment and useful kitchen tools
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage and Reheating
    • Pizzadilla Recipe

    Try this easy-to-make Quesadilla Pizza recipe that doesn’t require a box, a pre-packaged crust. A tasty pizza recipe with a Mexican twist. This quick and easy recipe, utilizing store brought flour tortillas, is a new way to tackle pizza night. If you enjoy Mexican food, this is a MUST TRY !

    Pizza-dilla is new fusion recipe addiction in the kitchen. Similar to Pav Bhaji Quesadillas, Paneer Tacos and Makhani Masala Pasta, we love this combination of different ethnic cuisines.

    Pizza Crust Alternatives

    Naan bread, pita, thick bread toast as well as tortillas make excellent pizza crust alternatives. We love these different crusts for quick and easy pizza nights at home. Naan Pizza in Air Fryer, and Pesto Naan Pizza are another wonderful pizza recipes that use non traditional pizza crust.

    Air Fryer Pizzadilla recipe makes scrumptious food with just 3 ingredients in only 10 minutes. Use flour tortillas or corn tortillas to make this homemade cheesy deliciousness. You will surely love this cheesy, crispy, gooey Pizza-dilla for breakfast, appetizer, and snack or as a side dish.

    This Pizzadillas recipe will always be hit at your movie nights or game nights. The oozing cheese on a crispy, lean tortilla with herbs and chili flakes on top. Yum… It Is Just So Good !

    Cheesy slice of quesadilla pizza.

    Ingredients

    These Cheesy Pizzadillas recipe require only 3 main ingredients and you can make so many different variations with optional toppings of your choice. Plus it is low cost since all the ingredients are inexpensive and easy to find in regular grocery store.

    Tortilla: You can use whichever soft tortilla or soft tacos that are readily available. Soft Corn tortilla works well too. Even wraps or rotis can also be used.
    Butter: Use plain or salted butter. Use it at room temperature. If you are using it straight from the refrigerator, melt it for 30 seconds so it is spreadable.
    Cheese: You can use your favorite type of shredded cheese or whatever is available at home. I used Colby Jack cheese. Mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese work best.
    Additional Toppings/seasonings: Salt, red pepper flakes, dried or fresh herbs like oregano, parsley, basil, or cilantro and Italian seasoning.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Ingredients used in making this air fryer pizzadilla recipe.

    How to Make Pizzadillas?

    • Spread the butter with a butter knife on first tortilla. Add shredded cheese on buttered tortilla. Add seasonings like salt, peppers, and chili flakes etc.
    • Put another tortilla on top and repeat above steps. Similarly add another tortilla on top and repeat above steps.
    • Arrange these layered tortillas in on the air fryer basket. Sprinkle chili flakes and other seasonings as per your liking.
    • Air fry at 350 ° Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Check for doneness. Add extra minute if needed till Pizza-dilla is crispy and cheese is melted.
    • Remove promptly from the air fryer. Cut into triangles or in your desired shape with pizza cutter. Serve and Enjoy.
    Process step collage showing four majr steps in making this pizzadilla recipe.

    Other Cooking Methods

    You can also make this recipe on the stove top or in the oven . Here’s how

    Stove Top Option: Warm up the griddle, grill pan or an omelet pan on medium high heat. Place the layered tortillas on the griddle. Toast till tortilla layers are crispy and cheese is gooey.

    Oven Baking Option : In a preheated oven bake at 350 °Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes. Check for doneness. Add extra few minute if needed till cheese is melted.

    Why This Recipe Works

    • It is quick and easy
    • Trending and mouth watering
    • Needs just 3 simple ingredients and 10 minutes to make
    • Inexpensive and low cost
    • Healthy, wholesome and satisfying
    • Kids favorite
    • Useful for multiple meals – snack, appetizer or side dish
    Pizzadilla with cheese cut into pieces for serving.

    FAQs

    What is Pizzadilla?

    Pizzadilla is a fusion recipe that combines best of pizza and quesadilla. This quick and easy pizzadillas recipe uses tortillas as a pizza crust alternative. It makes excellent satisfying meal in minutes.

    How to make Gluten free Pizzadilla?

    If you want to make this recipe gluten free, choose gluten free tortilla like corn or almond flour.

    How to make Vegan Pizzadilla?

    To make Vegan Pizzadilla, use the same recipe but choose plant based vegan butter and vegan cheese. You can also use olive oil instead of butter.

    Equipment and useful kitchen tools

    I love making this quick and easy Pizza-dillas in the air fryer. Here’s my Amazon affiliate link for my favorite Air Fryer.

    Serving Suggestions

    As an Appetizer : It is crowd pleaser game day appetizer amongst our friends and family. Serve it with salsa, marinara sauce, mango peach salsa , Greek Tzatziki or Avocado Cilantro Sauce.

    As a Snack : These are kids favorite after school snack. Similar to Almond Flour Cookie Dough and Crispy Roasted Chickpeas, it is wholesome and satisfying.

    As a main meal : Create a Mexican fiesta with DIY Taco Bar, Fajita Tacos and Vegetarian Tortilla Soup along with these delightful pizzadillas. This is our household favorite of Taco Tuesday nights.

    These pizza quesadillas also pairs well with Creamy Tomato Soup, Mushroom Soup or Carrot Ginger Soup. You can serve it with side of Air Fryer Vegetables for quick dinner.

    Pizzadilla served with marinara sauce.

    Storage and Reheating

    Pizza-dilla is best when eaten freshly made. Serve it warm so melted cheese is stretchy and yummy. If you must store this, wrap it in aluminum foil and store up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
    To Freeze : Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freeze until hardened. Once frozen, transfer it in zip-loc bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.
    To Reheat : Simply put it back in the air fryer and warm it up for 5 minutes on low setting.

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    Pizzadilla served with marinara sauce.

    Pizzadilla Recipe

    Prajakta Sukhatme
    Pizzadilla is a fusion recipe that combines best of pizza and quesadilla. This quick and easy pizzadillas recipe makes excellent satisfying meal in minutes.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course dinner
    Cuisine Fusion
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 162 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • Air Fryer Silicon Liners

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tortillas I used flour tortillas
    • ½ cup shredded cheese mozzarella, Colby jack, parmesan or pepper jack preferred
    • 2 Tablespoon Butter melted or spreadable
    • 1 Tablespoon seasonings + herbs of choice
    • Salt per taste

    Optional Toppings

    • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes black pepper
    • 1 Tablespoon fresh herbs basil or parsley

    Instructions
     

    • Spread the butter with a butter knife on first tortilla. Add shredded cheese on buttered tortilla. Add seasonings like salt, peppers, and chili flakes etc.
    • Put another tortilla on top and repeat above steps.
    • Similarly add another tortilla on top and repeat above steps.

    How to Air Fry Pizzadilla

    • Arrange these layered tortillas in on the air fryer basket.
    • Sprinkle chili flakes and other seasonings as per your liking.
    • Air fry at 350 ° Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Check for doneness. Add extra minute if needed till Pizza-dilla is crispy and cheese is melted.
    • Remove promptly from the air fryer. Cut into triangles or in your desired shape with pizza cutter. Serve and enjoy!

    How to make Pizzadilla in oven

    • In a preheated oven bake at 350 °Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes. Check for doneness. Add extra few minute if needed till cheese is melted. Remove promptly. Serve and enjoy !

    How to Make Pizzadilla in a skillet on stove

    • Warm up the griddle, grill pan, skillet or an omelet pan on medium high heat. Place the layered tortillas on the it. Toast till tortilla layers are crispy and cheese is gooey. Remove promptly. Serve and enjoy !

    Notes

    Pizza-dilla is best when eaten freshly made. Serve it warm so melted cheese is stretchy and yummy. If you must store this, wrap it in aluminum foil and store up to 4 days in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25SliceCalories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 11gCalcium: 107mg
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