Let's be honest - sometimes you just want pizza fast. And that's exactly what this air fryer chicken tortilla pizza delivers. No dough-making. No oven preheating. Just leftover shredded chicken, your favorite buffalo and BBQ sauces, and a golden tortilla crust that crisps up perfectly in the air fryer.
I make this quick tortilla pizza recipe at least once a month when we're low on energy but still want something fun and satisfying. It's one of those air fryer meals that actually tastes indulgent, but takes less time than preheating your oven.
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The ingredients
Shredded chicken - Use rotisserie or leftover chicken breast/thighs.
Buffalo sauce - Adds a spicy kick. Frank's RedHot is classic!
BBQ sauce - Balances the heat with sweet smokiness.
Small tortillas - Flour tortillas crisp best in the air fryer.
Shredded mozzarella - Melts smoothly and gets bubbly golden edges.
Step-by-Step Instructions for the Chicken Tortilla Pizza
- Toss the shredded chicken with buffalo and BBQ sauces in a bowl.
- Spread a small tortilla on a flat surface. Add a layer of sauce mixture.
- Top with buffalo chicken and shredded mozzarella.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Place 1 or 2 pizza flat in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
- Slice and serve hot with ranch, blue cheese, or more buffalo sauce!
Tips for Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza Success
- Don't overload your toppings - too much = soggy center.
- Use parchment paper if your air fryer basket sticks.
- Rotate halfway if your air fryer has uneven heat zones.
- Make it extra cheesy by adding cheddar or pepper jack!
Variations to Try
- Swap sauces: Use just buffalo or just BBQ depending on your mood.
- Add veggies: Thin-sliced red onion, bell pepper, or jalapeños work great.
- Make it low carb: Try a low-carb wrap or egg white tortilla.
- Turn it into a wrap: Skip the skillet and roll it up for an on-the-go option.
What to Serve With It
- Dipping sauces like ranch, blue cheese, or spicy mayo
- Cold drinks, this one's great with sparkling lemonade or iced tea
Storage Tips
- Fridge: Store slices in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Air fry at 350°F for 2-3 minutes until hot and crispy.
- Freeze: Not recommended - the tortilla may get soggy.
FAQs
Yes! Just thaw and shred before mixing with sauce
Flour tortillas crisp up best, but you can try gluten-free or low-carb wraps.
You can prep the chicken mixture and build the pizzas just before cooking.
Air Fryer Chicken Tortilla Pizza
Equipment
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, toss chicken with buffalo sauce and BBQ sauce.
- Lay tortillas flat. Spread sauce mixture, add chicken and cheese.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
- Place 1 or 2 tortilla pizza at the time in air fryer basket and air fry 12 minutes.
- Slice and serve hot!
Notes
- Use parchment liners for easy cleanup.
- Thicker tortillas may need an extra minute or two.
- Add more cheese if you want a gooey top layer.
- For meal prep, store chicken mixture separately and assemble when ready.
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