Here’s a super easy and delicious Air Fryer Grilled Ham and Cheese sandwich recipe – crispy outside, melty inside, and ready in minutes with hardly any cleanup. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack!
🥪 Air Fryer Grilled Ham and Cheese
🕒 Ready in: 10–12 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich (scale up as needed)
✨ Ingredients:
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2 slices of bread (any kind: white, sourdough, whole wheat, etc.)
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2–3 slices of ham (deli-style or leftover cooked ham)
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1–2 slices of cheese (cheddar, Swiss, provolone, or American all work)
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1 tbsp butter or mayonnaise (for spreading on the outside)
🔧 Optional Add-Ins:
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Tomato slices
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Dijon or honey mustard
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Pickles
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Extra cheese (for a meltier center)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Assemble the Sandwich
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Lay out the 2 bread slices.
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On one slice, layer:
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Cheese
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Ham
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More cheese (optional for extra gooeyness)
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Top with the second slice of bread.
2. Butter the Outside
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Lightly butter or spread mayo on the outside of each slice of bread (this helps it crisp up nicely in the air fryer).
3. Preheat Air Fryer
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Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes (optional but helps with crisping).
4. Air Fry
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Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket.
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Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 4–6 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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Cook until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
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Time may vary slightly based on your air fryer model and bread thickness.
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5. Cool & Serve
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Let it cool for 1 minute (cheese will be hot!), then slice and enjoy.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
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Dip in tomato soup or spicy mustard
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Serve with pickles or a side salad
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Add chips for a classic combo
📝 Tips:
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Press the sandwich slightly before cooking for better melt and crisp.
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Use parchment paper or toothpicks if your sandwich tends to fly open in the air fryer.
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Want it extra crispy? Use panko on the buttered sides.