Description
Golden, crunchy, and perfectly cheesy air fryer tortellini made with just three simple ingredients. Refrigerated cheese tortellini are coated in Parmesan and garlic powder, then air fried until shatteringly crispy outside and warm and gooey inside.
This quick and easy recipe is a favorite weeknight dinner solution that both kids and adults devour.
Ingredients
- Refrigerated cheese tortellini – 1 (9-ounce) package, fresh not frozen
- Grated Parmesan cheese – 1/4 cup, freshly grated is best
- Garlic powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil spray – as needed, to coat the basket
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. Pat the fresh tortellini dry with a paper towel. This step is crucial for crispiness.
- 3. In a bowl, combine the tortellini, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat.
- 4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- 5. Arrange the coated tortellini in a single layer. Do not overcrowd them.
- 6. Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- 7. The tortellini are done when they are golden brown.
- 8. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
For perfect crispy tortellini, always dry your tortellini well; moisture prevents crisping.
Work in batches if needed, as a single layer is key for even cooking. Watch them closely near the end, as they can go from golden to burnt quickly. For variations, try a sprinkle of Italian seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes. Use Pecorino Romano for a different cheese, or meat-filled tortellini for a heartier bite.
Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes; avoid the microwave as it makes them soggy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (half of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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