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This recipe for Air Fryer Grilled Cheese is a super easy Ninja Foodi or traditional Air Fryer recipe that makes a perfectly toasted outside and melted cheesy inside. Low carb options too!

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How to Make Grilled Cheese in an Air Fryer

Cris here.

I am absolutely in love with making grilled cheese in an air fryer. (We use Ninja Foodi Air Fryers like the Foodi Grill and the Original Foodi.) It creates the perfectly toasted sandwich with all that ooey gooey cheese in the middle.

And, you can’t forget to make one of our yummy tomato soups to go along with your perfect grilled cheese.

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Using Butter or Mayo to Make Grilled Cheese

You can use softened butter to coat your bread in this recipe or an easier option of lightly coating the outside bread with mayo. When I share this with folks I usually get one of two reactions. They have either grown up with the idea of using mayo on the outside of their grilled cheese or they are completely against even trying it.

Truth be told, in this recipe, made in the air fryer, I really can’t taste a difference. I do find the mayo as an easier way to “butter” my bread, but you do you.

Low Carb Options for Grilled Cheese

I prefer to use Kraft Deli Cheese Slices in my grilled cheese because they have a lower carb count.

I also enjoy using low carb breads such as Sola brand or Sara Lee Delightful Bread to bring down the carb counts while enjoying a grilled cheese from time to time.

You can’t forget to make a big bowl of our Low Carb Crock Pot Creamy Tomato Soup. Yum!

Notes on Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

  • You can use softened butter or mayo to coat the outside of your sandwich.
  • I prefer to use Kraft Deli Cheese Slices in my grilled cheese because they have a lower carb count.
  • I also enjoy using low carb breads such as Sola brand or Sara Lee Delightful Bread to bring down the carb counts while enjoying a grilled cheese from time to time.
  • You can’t forget to make a big bowl of our Low Carb Crock Pot Creamy Tomato Soup. Yum!
  • We use Ninja Foodi Air Fryers like the Foodi Grill and the Original Foodi.
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  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. As a result, your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
  • Finally, all air fryers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldalways be tested first in your own air fryerand time adjusted as needed.

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Air Fryer Grilled Cheese (Ninja Foodi)

This recipe for Air Fryer Grilled Cheese is a super easy Ninja Foodi or traditional Air Fryer recipe that makes a perfectly toasted outside and melted cheesy inside. Low carb options too!

5 from 3 votes

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: air fryer

Keyword: Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

Prep Time: 1 minute minute

Cook Time: 6 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 477kcal

Author: Cris

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 390.

  • Butter outside of bread, placing 2 slices of cheese in the middle of each sandwich.

  • Air fryer for 2-3 minutes on each side or until desired golden texture is reached.

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Notes

  • You can use softened butter or mayo to coat the outside of your sandwich.
  • I prefer to use Kraft Deli Cheese Slices in my grilled cheese because they have a lower carb count.
  • I also enjoy using low carb breads such as Sola brand or Sara Lee Delightful Bread to bring down the carb counts while enjoying a grilled cheese from time to time.
  • You can’t forget to make a big bowl of our Low Carb Crock Pot Creamy Tomato Soup. Yum!
  • We use Ninja Foodi Air Fryers like the Foodi Grill and the Original Foodi.
  • Looking for more recipes? OurRecipe Findercan help you find exactly what you need.
  • Check out all our favorite recommendations for cookbooks,slowcookers and low carb essentials in ourAmazon Influencer Shop.
  • As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. As a result, your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
  • Finally, all air fryers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldalways be tested first in your own air fryerand time adjusted as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 738mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 912IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 484mg | Iron: 2mg

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  1. Air Fryer Grilled Cheese (Ninja Foodi) - Recipes That Crock! (10)Marilyn says

    Air Fryer Grilled Cheese (Ninja Foodi) - Recipes That Crock! (11)
    Made two grilled cheese in my ninja foodi this morning. They turned out great very crispy, and not flat. I used softened butter, would have tried mayonnaise if it weren’t expired 🙁. Only downside of my air fryer is gat it will only cook one at a time. But so worth it.

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FAQs

Can you slow cook in an air fryer? ›

Yes, you can slow roast pork in an air fryer. In fact, it's a great way to cook pork because it results in tender, juicy meat with crispy crackling.

How do you grill on a Ninja air fryer? ›

Insert grill plate in unit and close lid. Select GRILL, set temperature to HIGH and set time to 12 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin preheating. When the unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place steaks on grill plate, gently pressing them down to maximise grill marks.

Is grilled cheese better on air fryer or stove? ›

The texture of a grilled cheese sandwich prepared in an air fryer is slightly different — the bread dries out a little bit more than it does with the typical skillet method — but it's also a little bit crunchier, which plays nicely with the melty richness of the cheese and the butter.

How do you use an air fryer as a grill? ›

How to grill in an air fryer
  1. Preheat the air fryer before you add the food. ...
  2. Prep food so it's evenly-sized and at the same temperature. ...
  3. Use an onion to season (and clean) the grates. ...
  4. Use a grill plate attachment for grill marks. ...
  5. Use oils with high smoking points. ...
  6. Pre-soak skewers to avoid burning them. ...
  7. Season to add smokiness.
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Can I put foil in Ninja grill air fryer? ›

Yes, you can use aluminum foil in the Foodi Grill just as you would in an outside grill. Can I use parchment paper in the Ninja Foodi Grill? No, we do not recommend using parchment paper in the Foodi Grill. Do I have to shake the basket while cooking?

Which Ninja air fryer has a grill? ›

Ninja Foodi Health Grill & Air Fryer.

Can I put foil in an air fryer? ›

Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer. Lining it with foil can constrict the air flow and your food won't cook properly. If you are going to use aluminum foil in an air fryer, use a small amount in the bottom of the basket, making sure not to cover the food.

What setting do you grill cheese on? ›

A skillet preheated to medium or medium-low is optimal (adjust yours accordingly). Start by placing one slice of buttered bread face down in the pan, top with shredded cheese. Add the second slice buttered side up. Cook 2-4 minutes per side until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Can you do cheese on toast in a ninja grill? ›

In Grill mode, create snacks and meals in minutes – from cheese on toast to ham croissants, savoury spinach and ricotta pancakes to fish finger sandwiches. You can even reheat pizza slices to restore that fresh-out-of-the-oven finish.

How do you grill a block of cheese? ›

You can marinate a full block overnight (or even a full day before), then grill it whole. Just be sure not to cut or stir it. "The more you touch it, the more it's prone to crumbling," says Mason. Once grilled, you can serve it whole with grilled bread or crackers, or cut or crumble it and add it to a salad.

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