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Air Fryer Tortellini Recipe

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This Air Fryer Tortellini recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy crispy, golden cheese tortellini seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a savory appetizer or side dish, the air frying method delivers a crunchy texture without deep frying, making it an easy and healthier snack or starter for any meal.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 9 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (divided: ½ cup and ¼ cup)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil Tortellini: Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook for 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch, ensuring the tortellini dries completely so the oil and seasonings will adhere well.
  2. Coat Tortellini: Transfer the drained tortellini to a medium bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Stir thoroughly to coat each piece evenly with oil.
  3. Season: Sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the tortellini. Stir until all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning and cheese.
  4. Preheat Air Fryer: If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 360°F according to the manufacturer’s instructions to prepare for cooking.
  5. Prepare Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
  6. Arrange Tortellini: Place the coated tortellini in a single layer in the air fryer basket. For smaller air fryers, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  7. Air Fry: Cook the tortellini at 360°F for 6 minutes. Then shake the basket to turn the tortellini and air fry for an additional 5 to 6 minutes, or until the tortellini are golden brown and crispy.
  8. Serve: Transfer the cooked tortellini to a serving dish. Sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure tortellini are well drained and dry before coating to help the oil and seasonings stick better.
  • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking to promote even browning.
  • Do not overcrowd the basket; cook tortellini in batches if necessary for best results.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Adjust seasoning levels to your taste, especially salt and pepper.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/air-fryer-tortellini-recipe/