Title: Air Fryer Italian Crescent Casserole
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yields: 6 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Italian sausage (or ground beef/turkey)
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage (or ground meat) over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- After 5-7 minutes, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and the meat is fully browned.
- Drain any excess fat from the pan and stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. Prepare the Crescent Dough:
- Unroll the crescent dough and divide it into individual triangles (as per the perforations).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Line the bottom and sides of the air fryer with the crescent roll dough, pressing the seams together to create a solid base, and let the edges drape over the sides slightly.
3. Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the crescent dough.
- Pour the sausage mixture over the cheese layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the sausage mixture.
- Fold the edges of the crescent dough over the top of the casserole, leaving the center slightly open.
4. Air Fry the Casserole:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Place the casserole in the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through, and the cheese is bubbly.
5. Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the casserole from the air fryer and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired. Cut into slices and serve warm.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 5g
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
This Air Fryer Italian Crescent Casserole is a quick, cheesy, and comforting dish that combines flaky crescent rolls with hearty Italian sausage and gooey cheese!