Air Fryer Naan Pizza

Air fryer naan bread pizzas offer a quick and hassle-free solution for busy weeknight dinners. With just a handful of ingredients and a short preparation time, these pizzas are a versatile canvas for your favorite flavors. The thick, fluffy naan bread serves as the perfect base, crisping up beautifully in the air fryer for a delightful texture. The recipe suggests using either classic pizza sauce or tikka masala sauce, providing an intriguing Indian-inspired twist. The generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese on top adds a gooey, savory element that complements the robust flavors.

The cooking process is efficient, with the air fryer preheating while you assemble your ingredients. In just a matter of minutes, the naan breads are partially cooked before being adorned with a rich layer of sauce and cheese. The second round in the air fryer completes the masterpiece, producing pizzas with a golden-brown, bubbly cheese topping. The result is a fusion of Italian and Indian influences, creating a unique and satisfying dish that can easily become a family favorite.

Beyond its delicious taste, the recipe emphasizes practicality and customization. The individual-sized pizzas allow each family member to tailor their toppings, minimizing waste and ensuring everyone’s preferences are met. With a nutritional breakdown provided, it’s evident that these naan bread pizzas strike a balance between indulgence and a well-rounded meal. Whether you’re craving a classic Margherita or experimenting with an Indian-inspired fusion, these air fryer naan bread pizzas are a delightful solution to hectic evenings, offering a homemade taste without the fuss.

Air Fryer Naan Pizza

These naan bread pizzas are so quick and easy to make in the air fryer with your favorite ingredients, or whatever you have to hand! Use plain naan with classic pizza toppings, or create a fusion pizza with peshwari naan. Naan pizzas are cheap, filling and customisable to each family member to ensure that nothing is wasted – every family needs this recipe for their next busy weeknight!

2 pizzas

Prep Time: 5MINUTES MINS

Cook Time: 6MINUTES MINS

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Ingredients

  • 2 prepared naan breads
  • 3-4 tbsp pizza sauce, or tikka masala sauce
  • 100 g (1 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste

Instructions

  • Heat the air fryer to 180C / 360F while you gather up your ingredients.
  • When the air fryer is heated, place the naan breads in and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add sauce to the top of the naan breads – be fairly generous, it’s a thick crust so you want it nice and saucy!
  • Add grated cheese to the top.
  • Return to the air fryer and cook for a further 3-4 minutes until the cheese is browned.

Course: DINNER

Calories: 530kcal, Carbohydrates: 61g, Protein: 21g, Fat: 21g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 49mg, Sodium: 1267mg, Potassium: 105mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 435IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 334mg, Iron: 0.4mg

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