Air Fryer Naan Pizza
on Feb 04, 2024, Updated Mar 17, 2024
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This air fryer naan pizza is the perfect simple lunch idea! You can customize it with your favorite toppings and in under 10 minutes you’ll have lunch ready to serve!
When you’re in the mood for some pizza and don’t feel like turning on the stove, these mini naan pizzas are the perfect easy meal! I love using mini naan dippers since their small size is great for little hands, but this works with any size naan that can fit in your air fryer. Pair it with a side of veggies for your little ones or with a salad for the big bellies!
If you love these mini pizzas, you’ll also love these mini zucchini pizza bites, broccoli cheese bread, and cheesy pizza rollups! And if you’d like to try making an easy pizza dough yourself, be sure to try out these easy mini pizzas with homemade dough!
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What You’ll Need
Here is what you’ll need to make this air fryer naan pizza:
- Naan: I like to use mini naan dippers since they’re small in size and perfect for little hands, but any small-sized naan bread will work.
- Mozzarella: For that classic cheesy taste. Feel free to swap it out with your favorite shredded cheese.
- Pizza Sauce: My favorite sauce to use is this 365 brand, but any pizza brand will work!
- Toppings: I love to use veggies as toppings like riced broccoli, chopped spinach, and corn, but feel free to use any of your favorites! Pepperoni is a classic and diced tomatoes, leftover chicken, and red onions are great options as well.
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Recipe Substitutions & Additions
- Pizza Sauce: You can substitute the pizza sauce with marinara sauce. I don’t recommend using something like pure tomato paste because it is very concentrated with little flavor.
- Mozzarella: For a dairy-free version, replace the mozzarella cheese with dairy-free shreds.
Step By Step Instructions
STEP 1: Place the naan dippers on the air fryer basket (or air-fryer-safe parchment liner) in an even layer so that they do not overlap (Image 1). I love using air fryer liners so that cheese doesn’t fall into the air fryer basket.
STEP 2: Spoon 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce evenly on each naan dipper (Image 2).
STEP 3: Sprinkle 1 to 2 tablespoons of mozzarella cheese on top of each piece of naan (Image 3). Top with toppings of choice (Image 4).
STEP 4: Air fry the mini naan pizzas at 400 degrees F for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheesy is lightly brown and bubbly (Images 5 & 6). Let the naan pizzas cool completely before serving.
Storage Instructions
These naan pizzas are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in the air fryer at the air fryer setting until warmed through.
Tips For Success
- If you prefer a crispier crust, air fry the naan dippers for 2 to 3 minutes before adding on the sauce and cheese. Then add the pizza sauce, cheese, and topping, and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
- Do not place too many toppings on top of the pizza so that they stay in place when cooking.
- If you can’t find naan dippers, you can use naan rounds or any type of naan bread that will fit in your air fryer! You may need to adjust the cooking time for larger pieces.
Recipe FAQs
If you’d like to make similar pizzas with homemade dough, you can try out this recipe for easy mini pizzas using a simple 2-ingredient dough!
Yes! You can bake these in the oven at 425 degrees F for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. The bake time will vary depending on the size of the naan used.
Other Pizza Recipes You’ll Love
Pizza Waffles
Cheesy Pizza Roll Ups
Puff Pastry Pizza Pockets
Zucchini Pizza Bites
If you tried this Air Fryer Naan Pizza please leave a ⭐ star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below! I love hearing from you!
Air Fryer Naan Pizza
Ingredients
- 8 naan dippers, or any type of naan
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp riced broccoli, or toppings of choice
Instructions
- Place the naan dippers on the air fryer basket (or air-fryer-safe parchment liner) in an even layer so that they do not overlap. I love using air fryer liners so that cheese doesn't fall into the air fryer basket.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce evenly on each naan dipper
- Sprinkle 1 to 2 tablespoons of mozzarella cheese on top of each piece of naan. Top with toppings of choice
- Air fry the mini naan pizzas at 400 degrees F for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheesy is lightly brown and bubbly. Let the naan pizzas cool completely before serving.
Notes
- If you prefer a crispier crust, air fry the naan dippers for 2 to 3 minutes before adding on the sauce and cheese. Then add the pizza sauce, cheese, and topping, and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
- Do not place too many toppings on top of the pizza so that they stay in place when cooking.
- If you can’t find naan dippers, you can use naan rounds or any type of naan bread that will fit in your air fryer! You may need to adjust the cooking time for larger pieces.
I am so glad we found this recipe. This recipe is so easy that my 5 year old makes these for her and her baby brother. So easy and fast – game changer!
I’m so glad that your little ones enjoyed this recipe, Michelle!😊
Very easy and quick to make when pressed for time. My son loved it. Thank you for sharing.
I’m so glad that your little one enjoyed it, Tenika!😊
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This recipe was great inspiration for my remix! I topped the naan bread with avocado oil spray, garlic powder, oregano, nutritional yeast, cheddar cheese shreds, and super thin tomato slices. It was delish. My 18mo old only took a few bites but we will definitely try it again!
Hi there! Absolutely love your recipes! May I ask which brand naan dippers you use? All the ones I see seem to contain a lot of sodium for baby’s
Thank you! 🙂
Hi Maya! I usually use the Stonefire brand naan dippers. It is a little higher in sodium, but I usually offer in moderation and try to keep other high sodium foods limited throughout the day for a baby. You could also try swapping it out with a tortilla as well😊
Love love love this site and appreciate the diet-specific recipes, but dislike that this is filed under egg-free…. While naan doesn’t contain egg, it says “May contain: eggs and soy” which can be dangerous for a tiny human with an egg allergy.
Obviously it’s on the parents to check what they are feeding, but I still don’t think this should be labeled as egg free.
Hi Mindy! I didn’t realize that naan dippers have that disclosure on the label, I’ll update the category to reflect this! Thank you for bringing it to my attention!