I’m about to show you exactly how to reheat pizza in the air fryer so that it tastes just as good as when it was fresh! If you only know one air fryer recipe, this should be it!
LEARN HOW TO REHEAT PIZZA IN AIR FRYER
We share lots of real, delicious air fryer recipes here, but I know that for many of us, the air fryer is for more than just cooking. It’s also for reheating things!
Check out how I reheat fries in the air fryer. It’s life-changing! They are just as good reheated as they were when they were fresh from the frier.
Learn how to reheat pizza in the air fryer, and I promise you’ll never go back to reheating leftover pizza in the microwave again.
The air fryer reheats pizza better than a toaster oven, the regular oven, or the microwave, and brings it back to its former tasty, cheesy glory. Whether your original pizza is take out or made at home in your Stoke Pizza Oven, this is a great way to reheat it!
Looking for an air fried pizza snack that you can make from scratch today? Try making Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, or Garlic Knot Pizza in the air fryer.
INGREDIENTS FOR REHEATING PIZZA IN AIR FRYER
Cold Pizza– All you need to reheat pizza in the air fryer is the pizza itself. This method works for reheating pizza that you ordered from a restaurant or pizza shop, pizza that you made from scratch, or frozen (cooked) pizza that you have left over.
Optionally – You may want to sprinkle your reheated air fryer pizza with parmesan cheese, garlic powder, or crushed red pepper. Yummy!
If you have any questions about how to reheat pizza in the air fryer, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP
HOW TO REHEAT PIZZA IN AIR FRYER
- Separate the pizza slices if needed, and preheat the air fryer.
- Add the pizza slices to the air fryer basket. Be sure that they are in a single layer and not touching each other or overlapping.
- Air Fry in the preheated machine. Depending on how thick your pizza is, it will take more or less time. Details are in the recipe card below.
- Enjoy your perfect air fryer reheated pizza! Remove the pizza from the air fryer carefully – try tongs! You can add parmesan cheese or extra seasonings before serving if you’d like.
These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.
WHY USE THE AIR FRYER TO REHEAT PIZZA
It’s Fast! You get the same results from reheating pizza in the air fryer as you would in your oven, but in way less time.
Save Energy: No Need to heat up the whole house just to reheat a slice of pizza anymore! The air fryer is also great for reheating pizza in small spaces, apartment living, RV kitchens, or long stays at hotels.
It’s Delicious! The texture of air fryer reheated pizza is going to be way better than if you reheated it in the microwave. The microwave tends to overcook leftover pizza, while the air fryer perfectly warms it up, crisping the crust and re-melting the cheese.
SHOULD I PREHEAT THE AIR FRYER?
Yes! While I don’t often recommend preheating the air fryer, when I’m reheating things in it, preheating is key.
Starting at a high temperature ensures that the food I’m reheating doesn’t get overcooked or dried out while it’s hanging out in the air fryer waiting for the temperature to get hot enough.
To preheat the air fryer for reheating pizza, let the air fryer run, empty, for 5 minutes. That should be enough time to get it up to temperature.
SHOULD I SPRAY PIZZA WITH OIL TO REHEAT IN THE AIR FRYER?
No oil is needed when you reheat pizza in air fryer. Depending on the toppings you have on the pizza, there is likely enough oil on it already to crisp things up.
HOW TO REHEAT PIZZA IN THE AIR FRYER OVEN
The instructions for reheating pizza in an air fryer oven or air fryer toaster oven are exactly the same as reheating pizza in a basket-style air fryer.
Be sure to have the rack in the center of the air fryer oven when reheating pizza.
I say this often, but it’s worth repeating: All air fryers cook differently, so be sure to keep an eye on your food as it’s cooking. Pizza may reheat faster in an oven-style air fryer.
HOW LONG TO REHEAT PIZZA IN AIR FRYER
It takes between 3-5 minutes to reheat pizza in a preheated air fryer. The time will depend on the size and thickness of your pizza slices.
Thin crust pizza only needs about 3 minutes to reheat in the air fryer.
Thick crust or deep dish pizza will need closer to 5 minutes to warm all the way through.
CAN YOU USE A PIZZA STONE IN AN AIR FRYER?
It is safe to put a pizza stone in the air fryer. Just be sure that the stone you plan to use will fit!
I don’t find that a pizza stone is necessary for reheating pizza in the air fryer though, and actually complicates the process a bit.
If you do decide to reheat your pizza on a pizza stone, be sure to put it in the air fryer while you’re preheating it so that the stone gets hot too.
HOW DO I KEEP MY TOPPINGS FROM BURNING?
If you’re reheating a very thick slice of pizza in the air fryer, there is a possibility that the toppings will brown up too much while the pizza is heating through.
Simply pull off the toppings before adding the pizza to the air fryer, and put them back for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time.
HOW DO I KNOW WHEN PIZZA IS REHEATED IN THE AIR FRYER?
When the cheese is melted and the pizza is sizzling on top, it’s done! Avoid overcooking the pizza, as it could dry out if left in the air fryer for too long.
CAN I REHEAT CHICKEN WINGS IN THE AIR FRYER TOO?
Have some leftover buffalo wings to reheat? The air fryer can absolutely take care of that for you!
I recommend reheating wings for 4-5 minutes at 360°F/180°C.
This is a slightly higher temperature than I like for reheating pizza, but if you want to reheat a slice of pizza and a couple of wings at the same time, you can reheat the wings in the preheated 330°F/165°C air fryer. they may take a few minutes longer than the pizza does.
MORE AIR FRYER PIZZA RECIPES
There are lots of ways to enjoy pizza hot from the air fryer! Try some of these easy ideas:
Air Fryer Garlic Knot Pizza is a fun way to make a pizza using garlic knots as the crust.
The air fryer is a beautiful option if you want to make frozen pizza, air fryer bagel bites, or air fryer pizza rolls. My kids love making these after school and it’s so simple and mess-free.
Try making air fryer pizza with pita or naan bread and your favorite toppings. This makes a fun and quick weeknight meal where everyone can choose what they want on their pizza.
Do you have a sandwich press? Grab this easy recipe for making a Pizza Toastie!
Now you know how to reheat pizza in the air fryer! It truly is so simple, and the best way to enjoy leftover pizza that is hot, crispy, and perfectly melty.
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How to Reheat Pizza in Air Fryer
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 slices leftover cooked pizza
Instructions
- Remove the leftover pizza from the refrigerator. Preheat the air fryer to 330°F/165°C for 5 minutes.
- Place pizza slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring the slices do not overlap.
- Air fry in the preheated air fryer for 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe/method will work to reheat any number of pizza slices that you have, as long as they all fit in the air fryer in a single layer. To reheat a large amount of leftover pizza, work in batches.Â
- Each pizza will be different. Some are thick, some are thin. Keep an eye on the pizza as it cooks, checking on it at the 3-minute mark and then every minute after that so that it doesn’t burn.Â
- Thin crust pizza will probably be reheated in 3 minutes, while deep dish or thick crust pizza might take closer to 5 minutes.Â
- You’ll know when the pizza is ready when the cheese is melted and the pizza is warm all the way through.Â
- Pro Tip:Â This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the “Air Fry” function.
- Pro Tip:Â Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Sometimes airfying is a trial and error process. Check your food as it cooks to learn your air fryer better! When cooking a new recipe or food items be sure to check your food often to help avoid over/under cooking.
Nutrition
Air Fryers can vary greatly. Please take the time to learn your specific air fryer. You may need to adjust times and temperatures based upon your air fryer. All though this website attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, the information should only be considered an estimate. Varying factors such as different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. It is your responsibility as a consumer to read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information as a double check.
I’d never managed to find that sweet spot in the microwave, so usually ended up throwing away my pizza!
I tried your tips, and it worked wonderfully so thank you. No more nasty (barely) warmed up microwave pizza for me!
Thanks for letting us know our tips worked for you, Ben! 🙂