Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers Appetizer(Oven Instructions, Too!)
You all know that my air fryer is my best kitchen friend. I recently upgraded to the Ninja Speedi and declare this the best air fryer ever! These Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers appetizers will turn out amazing!
My whole family loves pepperoni pizza, but when we are trying to incorporate more vegetables or eat a few lower carb recipes, appetizers like these peppers are perfect! I love that they are easy to make and are super satisfying, too!
Most of these ingredients I like to keep on hand anyway, so if you have a last minute dinner guest, whipping up a batch of these appetizers would be easy to do.
These pepperoni pizza peppers can be made in the oven or air fryer. I prefer my air fryer because I do not have to heat up the whole kitchen or preheat in order to cook these appetizers.
Note, if you do like your peppers to be cooked more, you can totally precook them about 5-10 minutes in the air fryer before adding the sauce, cheese, and pepperonis. Totally up to you!
Once the cheese is melted, they’re good to go! Dip them in marinara for extra flavor and vegetable goodness!
If you are having an air fryer appetizer night, serve these alongside my Air Fryer Cheesy Pepperoni Stuffed Breadsticks!
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Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers Appetizer (Oven Instructions, Too!)
Air Fryer Pepperoni Pizza Peppers are a delicious, low carb appetizer! (includes oven instructions, too!)
Ingredients
- 12 mini bell peppers, cut in half with seeds removed
- ½ cup pizza or marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 package mini pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Extra pizza or marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
Air Fryer Instructions:
1. Spread a small amount of pizza sauce along the bottom of each mini bell pepper.
2. Top the peppers with shredded cheese and mini peperonis.
3. Sprinkle parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over the top of all the peppers.
4. Place the peppers in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes at 390°.
5. Check for doneness and cook longer if needed.
6. Serve with marinara and enjoy!
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Oven Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Spread a small amount of pizza sauce along the bottom of each mini pepper.
3. Top the peppers with shredded cheese and mini pepperoni.
4. Sprinkle parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over the top of all the peppers.
5.Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the peppers are softened.
Notes
If you like your peppers cooked a little more, you can precook them 5-10 minutes before adding the toppings!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 4 peppersAmount Per Serving: Calories: 133Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 389mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 8g
The writer is not a doctor or nutritionist and this nutritional information is just a guideline. Please consult your doctor or nutritionist for more accurate information.