Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Chipotle Tuna Melt
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Serves
2
A smoky, spicy tuna melt with chipotle sauce and pepper jack cheese, pressed between buttery bread and toasted in the air fryer. Ready in under 15 minutes.
It's a fast lunch with Tex-Mex flair using pantry staples. Cut diagonally and serve with pickles or chips.
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Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat
Preheat to 350°F.
Mix
Stir the tuna and chipotle sauce together.
Build
Spread the mixture over 2 slices of bread, top with pepper jack, and close with remaining bread.
Air fry
Spray or butter the outside. Cook 8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and melted.
Serve
Cut diagonally and serve hot.
420
Calories
28g
Protein
34g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Tips for the best results
- Drain the tuna well to avoid soggy bread.
- Add sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
- Use sourdough for sturdiness.
Frequently asked
How long does a tuna melt take in the air fryer?
About 8 minutes at 350°F.
What if I don't have chipotle sauce?
Mix mayo with chipotle in adobo.
Can I use other cheese?
Cheddar or Monterey Jack are good.
