Description
Cheesy and Crispy Air Fryer Tortellini is a delicious appetizer or snack featuring perfectly cooked tortellini that’s crisped up in the air fryer and coated in gooey melted cheese. This quick and easy recipe transforms frozen tortellini into a golden, crunchy delight with minimal effort.
Ingredients
12 oz frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, toss frozen tortellini with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place the tortellini in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Remove tortellini from the air fryer and transfer to a heatproof dish.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the tortellini.
- Return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Use spinach or mushroom-filled tortellini for different flavors.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes or garlic powder for a spicy kick.
- Top with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Use vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Serve with pesto or garlic butter sauce instead of marinara.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
