Air Fryer Jalapeño Cranberry Turkey (Printable)

Juicy turkey, tangy cranberry, and jalapeño melted between sourdough slices, toasted golden in the air fryer.

# What you need:

→ Bread & Spreads

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Cheese

03 - 4 slices Swiss cheese

→ Meats

04 - 4 ounces cooked turkey breast, sliced

→ Fruit & Vegetables

05 - 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce, whole berry or jellied
06 - 1 fresh jalapeño, thinly sliced, seeds removed for milder heat

→ Optional

07 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Evenly spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
03 - On the unbuttered sides, layer as follows: (optional) Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese onto each bottom slice, then add one slice of Swiss cheese, half the turkey slices, 1 tablespoon cranberry sauce, half the jalapeño slices, another slice of cheese, and finish with the second slice of bread, buttered side out.
04 - Place both sandwiches inside the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6 to 7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
05 - Allow sandwiches to cool for one minute, cut in half, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For a milder flavor, use less jalapeño or substitute with pickled jalapeños
  • Turkey can be replaced with deli chicken or leftover roast chicken
03 -
  • Make sure to remove jalapeño seeds for less heat
  • Flip sandwiches carefully halfway during air frying for even melting
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