Air Fryer Wraps: What You Need To Know

Air fryers are a versatile kitchen appliance that can cook a variety of dishes, including wraps. You can make tortilla wraps, snack wraps, and even pizza roll-ups in an air fryer. The cooking time varies depending on the ingredients and your desired level of crispness, but it typically ranges from 2 to 10 minutes. Air fryers are a convenient way to make quick, tasty meals with a variety of fillings and toppings, such as meats, cheeses, and sauces.

Air Fryer Chicken Wrap with Parmesan-Mayo, Avocado, and Roasted Peppers

Ingredients:

• 2 large chicken breasts (1 lb or 450 grams)
• 4 plain flour tortillas or brioche tortillas
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 2 large roasted peppers (jarred or homemade)
• 1 large avocado or 2 medium
• 1 romaine heart
• Pinch of kosher salt
• Pinch of ground black pepper

Method:

• Halve the chicken breasts lengthwise and then use cling film and a mallet, rolling pin, or heavy pan to flatten them to an even thickness.
• Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half the parmesan. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil and coat the chicken.
• Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
• Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook at 380°F (190°C) until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C), flipping halfway through. This should take around 13 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken.
• Set up your assembly board with the cooked chicken, tortillas, halved and sliced avocado, chopped roasted peppers, chopped lettuce, and mayo mixed with the remaining parmesan.
• Assemble the wraps: add 1/4 avocado (sliced or mashed), half a chopped roasted pepper, sliced chicken, parmesan-mayo, and chopped lettuce. Roll the wraps.
• Air fry the wraps at 400°F (205°C) for 3 minutes, flipping halfway, until warm and slightly crispy.

Tips:

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
• Serve with fries, air-fryer parmesan potatoes, or rosemary potato wedges.
• Salads also go well with wraps, such as a romaine lettuce salad or a tomato, feta, and mint salad.

Air Fryer Tortilla Wraps

Ingredients:

• Tortilla wraps (flour or corn tortillas)
• Fillings of your choice (meat, vegetables, beans, cheese, etc.)
• Toppings and sauces (sour cream, yogurt, hummus, guacamole, salsa, etc.)
• Butter or cooking spray
• Seasonings (salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, etc.)

Instructions:

• Choose your desired fillings and toppings for the tortilla wraps. Popular options include chorizo and bean filling, pepperoni, ham and cheese, or Italian-style fillings.
• Warm the tortilla wraps before filling them to prevent cracking. Place the tortillas on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave for 20-30 seconds.
• Spread your chosen sauce or condiment on the base of the tortilla wrap. This can include mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese, yogurt, or mustard.
• Add your desired fillings. For a heartier wrap, you can fill the entire tortilla and lay another tortilla on top.
• Fold the tortilla: you can either fill one half and fold it or fill the entire tortilla and lay another tortilla on top. The four-way fold method is also an option, where you divide the tortilla into fourths, with each section getting its own filling.
• Preheat your air fryer. This step is crucial for achieving a crispy exterior without drying out the filling.
• Brush the tops of the tortillas with melted butter or cooking spray to get a golden brown finish. You can also add chopped parsley to the butter for extra flavour.
• Place the wraps into the air fryer basket, seam side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes at 380-400 degrees Fahrenheit, or until golden brown. Check on them halfway through to ensure they don't overcook.
• Remove the wraps from the air fryer and let them cool. Cut them in half or diagonally before serving.
• Serve with additional toppings or dips of your choice, such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Tips and Variations:

• You can use store-bought or homemade tortilla wraps. Fresh tortillas are recommended, but frozen ones can also be used if properly thawed.
• Get creative with your fillings and toppings to suit your taste preferences.
• If you want to add a crunchy texture to your wrap, include ingredients like fried panko breadcrumbs, fresh shredded lettuce, or pickled vegetables.
• For a pizza-style wrap, add pizza sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese.
• Air Fryer Tortilla Wraps can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a day. To reheat, place them in a preheated air fryer for a few minutes.

Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Wraps

Ingredients

• 4 (7- or 8-inch) flour tortillas
• 1/4 cup brown spicy mustard or 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 8 thin slices deli ham (Black Forest ham works well)
• 4 slices of cheese (Colby-Jack, Swiss, or cheddar jack)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Optional extras:

• Mayonnaise
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced olives
• Spinach leaves
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh onion or tomatoes
• Avocado sauce, guacamole, or smashed avocado
• Pickled vegetables or jalapeños

Method

• Place the tortillas on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave for 20-30 seconds until warm and pliable.
• Spread a thin layer of mustard (and mayonnaise, if using) onto each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch edge free of sauce.
• Place 2 slices of ham on each tortilla, then top with a slice of cheese.
• Roll up the tortillas burrito-style by first folding in the sides and then rolling them up tightly.
• Brush the tops of the wraps with melted butter.
• Place the wraps into your air fryer basket, seam-side down, and cook at 380-400°F for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown.
• Remove the wraps from the air fryer and allow to cool before cutting in half and serving.

Tips:

• You can make these wraps ahead of time and store them in the fridge, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. When you're ready to cook them, simply remove the plastic and follow the cooking instructions above.
• To reheat any leftover wraps, preheat your air fryer to 360°F and heat for 1-2 minutes.
• If you want to freeze your wraps, wrap them in parchment paper and tin foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Then, when you're ready to eat them, put them into your air fryer straight from frozen and cook for 5-7 minutes at 380°F.

Air Fryer Pizza Roll Ups

Air Fryer Pizza Roll-Ups

Ingredients:

• 4 x 8-inch flour tortillas
• 4 tablespoons pizza sauce
• 20 slices pepperoni
• 2 mozzarella string cheese
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Optional:

• Salt and pepper
• Dried oregano
• Extra fillings (sliced olives, sliced banana peppers, chopped ham, etc.)

Method:

• Warm the tortillas: Stack the tortillas on a microwavable plate and place a damp paper towel on top. Microwave for 20 seconds until warm.
• Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and set the timer for 5 minutes.
• Cut the string cheese in half lengthwise.
• Lay a tortilla flat and add about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce. Add 5 pepperoni slices and string cheese, then roll up. Repeat for each tortilla.
• Brush the top of each roll with olive oil.
• Place the roll-ups in the air fryer, seam-side down, and cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
• Carefully remove the roll-ups from the air fryer and let cool before serving.

Tips:

• Warming the tortillas first makes them easier to roll without cracking.
• Don't overfill the tortillas, or they will be hard to roll.
• Go easy on the sauce, use no more than 1 tablespoon per roll-up.
• Let the roll-ups cool down before serving—they will be very hot!
• Every air fryer is different, so check halfway through cooking to ensure they don't overcook.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit and heat for 1-2 minutes.

Air Fryer Breakfast Burrito

Yes, you can put wraps in an air fryer! In fact, air fryer tortilla wraps are one of the most versatile creations. You can fill them with your favourite meats, veggies, and sauces, and top them off with sour cream, yoghurt, or hummus.

Ingredients:

• 12 strips of turkey bacon
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 2 avocados, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups of Mexican blend cheese
• 6 10-inch burrito-style tortillas

Dipping Sauce:

• Sour cream
• Mayonnaise
• Lemon juice
• Basil

Method:

• Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate. Once cool, chop the bacon.
• Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease, then add the chopped onion. Saute until the onions are soft and translucent, which should take around 5-7 minutes.
• Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and paprika. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the eggs and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until they are soft and shiny. Remove from heat and place on a plate.
• To assemble the burritos, divide the fillings (bacon, onion, eggs, cheese, avocado) evenly over the 6 burrito shells, leaving 1.5 inches of space at the top and bottom of each tortilla free.
• Fold the bottom and top of the tortilla in, then roll the burrito over the filling. Lay it seam-side down. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
• Place 2-4 burritos seam-side down in the air fryer and fry at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until golden and crispy.
• For the dipping sauce, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and basil, then refrigerate until ready to serve.

Enjoy your breakfast burritos!

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