Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast

Make a rich, and indulgent snack with a kick when you make this Chili Cheese Toast in your Air Fryer. It’s got just the right amount of crunch and the right amount of kick from the chili.

Why This Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast Is So Fabulous

Fast. Enjoy this tasty snack in only 5 minutes .
Easy. Mix the topping, air fry the bread, and eat.
Flavorful. Packed with flavor from creamy cheese, spicy chilis, and rich butter.
Vegetarian . The perfect snack for you or anyone that wants to skip the meat.

What Is Chili Cheese Toast?

When I tell you that Chili Cheese Toast reminds me of my childhood, you’re going to wonder what kind of kid eats hot, spicy, roasted chilies for fun. Me, that’s who. But in fairness, so do a lot of other kids in India.

This is a classic instance of how Indians take what might be a bland recipe and add spices or chilies to bump it up a notch.

In India, this is made with a processed cheese called Amul cheese. We feel about it sort of as you do about Velveeta–who knows what’s in it, but boy is it a lovely, guilty pleasure! In this Chili Cheese Toast recipe , I’ve used a mix of Mozzarella and parmesan to approximate the sharp taste of Amul cheese.

This dish makes the perfect snack or a quick side dish option. It only takes 5 ingredients to make, and thanks to the air fryer you can toast it fully assembled in just 5 minutes !

How To Make Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast

In a small bowl, mix together the grated cheeses, butter and chilis. You want to make a bit of a paste with all this before you spread it on the bread, because if you don’t, you will have airborne shreds of cheese flying about the air fryer .

Overhead shot of mixing the cheese, butter and chilis together into a paste. - 7

Spread this paste on to the 2 slices of sourdough bread.

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Place the slices of bread on in the air fryer basket and cook at 330F for 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted.

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Can You Toast Bread In An Air Fryer?

Of course! Bread toasted in an air fryer has an AMAZING texture and crunch to it. And since the bread toasts while laying flat, you can layer whatever you want on top of the toast. I like butter, cheese, seasonings, or whatever else sounds delicious.

Just make sure to mix seasonings into something like butter or cheese, otherwise, the air fryer will blow the seasonings all over the place when it’s toasting the bread.

How Long Does It Take To Toast Bread In An Air Fryer?

In most cases, it should only take 5 minutes to toast bread in an air fryer. It just depends on the thickness of the bread and how toasted you like your bread. I’d suggest sticking with the 5 minutes and then toasting for an additional minute or two if you prefer yours a little crispier.

What Can I Do With Toast?

Toast in the air fryer is such an easy snack, and with the right toppings and additions, it can be quite a versatile snack too. Here are a few more types of air fryer toast you can enjoy by following the same steps with different ingredients:

Peanut Butter Banana Toast
Cinnamon Sugar Toast
Hummus Toast
Avocado Toast

Tips And Tricks For Making Cheese Toast with Chilis

Roasted chilies get pretty spicy , so be a little careful how many you put on each slice.
If you want it hotter though, add some ground black pepper to amp up the spice.
You can make the cheese, butter, and pepper mixture ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for whenever you get the craving for more Chili Cheese Toast .

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Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast

Equipment

PHILLIPS AIR FRYER

Ingredients

▢ 2 tablespoon ( 2 tablespoon ) Grated Parmesan Cheese
▢ 2 tablespoon ( 2 tablespoon ) Grated Mozzarella
▢ 2 teaspoon ( 2 teaspoon ) Butter
▢ 8 slices ( 8 slices ) Serrano peppers
▢ 2 slices ( 2 slices ) sourdough bread
▢ 1/2 tsp ( 0.5 tsp ) Ground Black Pepper , optional

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together the grated cheeses, butter and chilis. You want to make a bit of a paste with all this before you spread it on the bread, because if you don’t, you will have airborne shreds of cheese flying about the air fryer.
Spread this paste on to the 2 slices of sourdough bread.
Place the slices of bread on in the air fryer basket and cook at 330F for 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted.

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Tips And Tricks For Making Chili Cheese Toast

Roasted chilies get pretty spicy, so be a little careful how many you put on each slice.
If you want it hotter though, add some ground black pepper to amp up the spice.
You can make the cheese, butter and pepper mixture ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for whenever you get the craving for more Chili Cheese Toast.

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Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast

Ingredients

2 tablespoon Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 tablespoon Grated Mozzarella
2 teaspoon Butter
8 slices Serrano peppers
2 slices sourdough bread
1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper optional

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together the grated cheeses, butter and chilis. You want to make a bit of a paste with all this before you spread it on the bread, because if you don’t, you will have airborne shreds of cheese flying about the air fryer.
Spread this paste on to the 2 slices of sourdough bread.
Place the slices of bread on in the air fryer basket and cook at 330F for 5 minutes, until the cheese has melted.

Tips And Tricks For Making Chili Cheese Toast

Roasted chilies get pretty spicy, so be a little careful how many you put on each slice.
If you want it hotter though, add some ground black pepper to amp up the spice.
You can make the cheese, butter and pepper mixture ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for whenever you get the craving for more Chili Cheese Toast.

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Skip those boring side dishes on Mexican night, and make this Southwestern Roasted Corn instead. Quick Air Fryer Southwestern Roasted corn recipe is slightly sweet from the corn, tangy from the cheese, and spicy with the jalapeños.

Why You’re Going To Love Southwestern Roasted Corn

There’s not much better in life than some amazing vegetables with cheese. Southwestern Roasted Corn is an amazing recipe you can make right in your Air Fryer.

Okay, confession time. I was trying to get lovely roasted corn in my air fryer. That didn’t work out so well. But once I tasted this, I found I didn’t really care about my original plans because this might have been better than what I’d been planning.

What really makes this dish, is the addition of fresh cheese and herbs at the end. If you hate cilantro, add parsley or whatever else you want. But that final burst of freshness and tang, with the cheese melting ever so slightly from the heat of the vegetables—mmm yum!

I also found that you’re better off using frozen corn. Not only is it faster than having to defrost the corn, but it also allows the corn to cook slower than the other vegetables so they all get done simultaneously.

Is It Healthy To Eat Roasted Corn?

What is “healthy” for one person may not be healthy for someone else. It’s always important to consider your dietary restrictions before digging into a new recipe.

That being said, corn is loaded with Vitamin C and is great for eye health. It is also fairly low in calories and extremely filling. So, if you’re looking for a low calorie side dish, roasted corn is a fantastic option.

Is It Better To Boil Or Roast Corn?

Honestly, it all depends on your personal preference. I love corn, no matter how it is prepared. If you’re looking for a great side dish to pair with your favorite Mexican main course, roasted corn is definitely the way to go.

Roasted corn is full of flavor, perfectly sweet, and adds an unexpected element of texture to your plate.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Frozen Corn Kernels
Onions, chopped
Diced mixed bell peppers
Diced jalapeno pepper
Ground Cumin
Lemon Juice
Kosher Salt
Ancho Chile Powder
Queso fresco
Chopped Cilantro or Parsley
Lemon Juice

How To Make Roasted Corn

In a large bowl, combine corn, onions, bell peppers, and jalapenos, and stir.
Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and add all the spices. The lemon juice will help the dry spices stick to the vegetables.
Pour the spiced vegetables into the air fryer basket.
Set your air fryer to 400F for 10 minutes and stir halfway.
Add queso fresco (or cotija, or feta cheese), chopped cilantro, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and mix well before serving .

How Long Does It Last?

This roasted corn recipe is great to make as part of your weekly meal preparation. If kept in an air tight container in the refrigerator, you can expect it to stay delicious for up to 5 days after it is prepared.

What Do You Eat With Roasted Corn?

Southwestern Roasted Corn is a terrific side dish to pair with a multitude of proteins. Pick from one of my favorite Mexican main courses to serve it with:

Mexican Pulled Pork
Chile Relleno Casserole
Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Check out these other awesomevegetable side dish recipes!

Instant Pot Green Beans
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

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