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Air Fryer Spicy Shrimp and Corn Quesadillas
These quick and easy quesadillas are packed with zesty shrimp, sweet corn, and melted cheese for a satisfying weeknight meal. The air fryer ensures a perfectly crispy tortilla every time.
Prep 15 min
Cook 8 min
Total 23 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Filling
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
Step 2 — For the Quesadillas
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
- Butter or cooking spray for brushing
Instructions
- 1
Season Shrimp
Pat shrimp dry. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.
- 2
Cook Shrimp
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Place seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until pink and cooked through. Let cool slightly, then chop roughly.
- 3
Prepare Filling
In a bowl, combine the cooked chopped shrimp, thawed corn, chopped cilantro, and chopped red onion. Mix well.
- 4
Assemble Quesadillas
Lay out 4 tortillas. Spread about 1/4 cup of cheese on one half of each tortilla. Top with a generous portion of the shrimp and corn mixture. Sprinkle with another 1/4 cup of cheese over the filling. Fold the other half of the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.
- 5
Air Fry Quesadillas
Lightly brush the outside of the folded quesadillas with melted butter or cooking spray. Place quesadillas in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed, 2-3 at a time). Cook at 370°F (185°C) for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 6
Serve
Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Nutrition per serving: 450 cal · 30g protein · 35g carbs · 20g fat · 4g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
