Assemble quesadillas. For each quesadilla, layer the following. One corn tortilla, 2 tablespoon shredded cheese, ⅓ cup fillings, 2 tablespoon cheese, a second tortilla.
Stovetop
Place assembled quesadillas into the skillet, ensuring that they are not overlapping. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until the bottom layer of cheese is mostly melted. Using a spatula, carefully flip each quesadilla over and continue to cook for 2-4 additional minutes until the cheese is completely melted and the tortilla is lightly toasted.
Remove to a plate and use a pizza cutter to slice into wedges. Serve warm with desired toppings
Baked
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you assemble the quesadillas.
Place the assembled quesadillas on a baking sheet. Bake for about 8-10 minutes until they become crispy with melted cheese.TIP: If you want to yield and extra crispy corn tortilla quesadilla, lightly brush the top with avocado or olive oil prior to baking. Then flip halfway through and brush the other side.
Carefully remove the quesadillas from the oven and let them cool slightly. Slice into wedges and serve.
Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for a few minutes.
Place the quesadillas in the preheated air fryer basket. You may need to cook them in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the quesadillas from the air fryer, let them cool for a moment, then slice into wedges.
Notes
LeftoversLeftover cooked quesadillas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before packaging so that they don't become soggy. To reheat, microwave in 20-30 second intervals until heated through, cook in a skillet over medium-low heat, bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes or air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway for even heating.*Nutrition estimated with using cheddar cheese and chopped veggies as filling.