Go Back
–+ servings

Crispy Air Fryer Tortellini

Deliciously crispy tortellini made in the air fryer, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tortellini
  • 12 oz fresh or frozen tortellini cheese or meat-filled
Coating
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Binding
  • 1 large egg beaten
Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Tortellini
  1. If using frozen tortellini, cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. In a bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Coat the Tortellini
  1. Dip each tortellini in the beaten egg, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
Air Fry the Tortellini
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the coated tortellini in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to do this in batches.
  3. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Serve
  1. Remove from the air fryer and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add some crushed red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!