Air Fryer Flatbread

This air fryer flatbread is soft, slightly chewy, and ready in about 15 minutes. No yeast, no rising time, no oven needed.

The dough comes together with just a handful of basic ingredients you probably already have. Greek yogurt does most of the heavy lifting here – it keeps the flatbread tender and adds a subtle tang.

Once they come out of the air fryer, you brush them with a quick garlic butter and some fresh parsley. That part is simple but honestly makes all the difference.

These are great next to soups, curries, or dips. You can also use them as a base for mini pizzas or wraps – totally up to you.

If you have never made flatbread at home before, this is a perfect starting point. It is forgiving, fast, and the results are seriously good.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Only 7 Ingredients – You probably have every single ingredient in your kitchen right now.

No Yeast Needed – Greek yogurt and baking powder do all the work so there is zero waiting for dough to rise.

Ready in Under 15 Minutes – From mixing the dough to pulling warm flatbread out of the air fryer takes almost no time.

Perfectly Puffy and Soft – The Greek yogurt makes the inside incredibly soft while the air fryer gives the outside a light crispy char.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 3/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (full-fat)
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, finely chopped

How To Make

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the Greek yogurt and olive oil. Stir with a fork until a shaggy dough forms, then turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.

Step 2

Knead the dough gently for about 2 to 3 minutes until it is smooth and slightly tacky but not sticky. If it feels too wet, add a light dusting of flour. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 3

Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into an oval or round shape about 1/4-inch thick. They do not need to be perfectly shaped – a rustic look is great.

Step 4

Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F. Lightly brush or spray the air fryer basket with oil.

Step 5

Place one or two flatbreads in the basket without overlapping. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until both sides are golden brown with some lightly charred spots.

Step 6

While the flatbreads are still hot, brush them with the melted butter mixed with garlic powder. Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Repeat with remaining dough. Serve warm alongside dips, soups, or use as a base for toppings.

Tips

Use Cold Greek Yogurt

Take the yogurt straight from the fridge when making this dough. Cold yogurt is easier to work with and keeps the dough from getting too soft and sticky while you knead it.

Also, make sure you’re using thick, full-fat Greek yogurt – not regular yogurt. Regular yogurt has too much liquid and will make the dough way too wet. You’ll end up adding a ton of extra flour to fix it, which makes the flatbread dense and tough.

If your Greek yogurt looks watery on top when you open it, just pour that liquid off before measuring.

Don’t Over-Knead the Dough

Two to three minutes of kneading is really all you need here. This isn’t bread dough – you’re not trying to develop a bunch of gluten. You just want everything to come together into a smooth ball.

If you keep going past that, the dough gets elastic and fights back when you try to roll it out. It’ll also shrink up in the air fryer instead of staying the shape you rolled it to.

When the dough feels smooth and just slightly tacky to the touch, stop. That’s your sweet spot.

Roll Them Thin Enough

A quarter inch thick is the target, and it’s important to actually get there. If the flatbreads are too thick, the outside will cook and brown before the inside is done. You’ll bite into it and get a doughy, raw center.

A good way to check is to lift the edge of the rolled dough. You should be able to see a tiny bit of light through the thinnest parts. If it looks chunky and thick, keep rolling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use non-fat or low-fat Greek yogurt instead of full-fat?

You can, but full-fat Greek yogurt is really what makes this flatbread soft and tender on the inside. Lower-fat versions have more moisture and less richness, so your dough might end up a bit stickier and the final flatbread won’t be quite as fluffy.

If full-fat is all you have, it will still work – just be ready to add a little extra flour while kneading so the dough isn’t too wet to handle.