If you’ve never tried making pizza in the air fryer, you’re going to love how fast and easy it is. These naan pizzas come together in minutes and taste incredible.
Naan bread makes the perfect base because it’s already soft and slightly chewy, and the air fryer crisps up the edges beautifully. No need to make any dough from scratch.
You top them with marinara, mozzarella, and a few simple ingredients before cooking. Then once they come out, you finish them off with prosciutto, fresh arugula, and balsamic glaze.
It’s one of those meals that looks and tastes way more impressive than the effort you actually put in.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ready in Under 10 Minutes – From start to finish these naan pizzas take about 8 minutes which is faster than any delivery.
Restaurant-Level Flavor Combo – The salty prosciutto with peppery arugula and sweet balsamic glaze tastes like something from a fancy Italian spot.
Perfectly Crispy Naan Every Time – The air fryer gets the naan edges golden and crunchy while keeping the inside soft and chewy.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Store-Bought Naan Bread
- 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/4 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, sliced
- 4 slices Prosciutto, torn
- 1/4 cup Fresh Baby Arugula
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Red Pepper Flakes, to taste
- Balsamic Glaze, for drizzling
How To Make
Step 1
Lay the naan breads on a clean surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on each one, leaving a small border around the edges. Top each with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced olives.
Step 2
Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F for 2 minutes.
Step 3
Place one or two naan pizzas in the air fryer basket, depending on the size. Make sure they lay flat without folding. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the naan are golden and crisp.
Step 4
Remove each naan pizza and immediately top with torn prosciutto, a small handful of fresh baby arugula, and a drizzle of olive oil. The residual heat will slightly wilt the arugula.
Step 5
Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Slice and serve right away. Repeat with the remaining naan pizzas.
Tips
Don’t Overload the Sauce
Two tablespoons of marinara per naan is the sweet spot. If you spread on more than that, the naan will get soggy in the air fryer instead of crisping up.
Use the back of a spoon to spread the sauce in a thin, even layer. Leave about a half-inch border around the edges so the crust gets golden and slightly puffy.
Cook One at a Time if You Can
Air fryers work by circulating hot air all around the food. If you stack or overlap the naan pizzas, the air can’t reach everything evenly and you’ll get soggy spots.
If your basket is big enough for two, go for it. But if it’s a tight fit, just cook them one at a time. It only takes 5-6 minutes per pizza so it’s still fast.
Also make sure the naan lays completely flat. If the edges curl up against the basket walls, they’ll burn before the center is done.
Add the Prosciutto After Cooking
It might seem like a good idea to throw the prosciutto on before air frying, but don’t. Thin prosciutto dries out fast in the air fryer and turns into hard, papery strips.
Place it on right after the pizza comes out. The heat from the melted cheese and naan is enough to slightly warm it through while keeping it tender and silky.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What other toppings work well for air fryer naan pizza?
Pretty much any pizza topping works as long as you keep it light – don’t overload the naan or it won’t crisp up properly. Great options include pepperoni, sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, red onion, or crumbled sausage. If you’re using raw meat or thick veggies, pre-cook them first since the pizza only spends about 6 minutes in the air fryer.
You can also switch up the sauce and cheese completely. Try pesto with fresh mozzarella, or BBQ sauce with shredded chicken and red onion. Just make sure you don’t pile things on too thick so the air fryer can do its job and get everything hot and melty.
Air Fryer Naan Pizza
- 4 pieces Store-Bought Naan Bread
- 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/4 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, sliced
- 4 slices Prosciutto, torn
- 1/4 cup Fresh Baby Arugula
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Red Pepper Flakes, to taste
- Balsamic Glaze, for drizzling
- Lay the naan breads on a clean surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on each one, leaving a small border around the edges. Top each with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced olives.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F for 2 minutes.
- Place one or two naan pizzas in the air fryer basket, depending on the size. Make sure they lay flat without folding. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the naan are golden and crisp.
- Remove each naan pizza and immediately top with torn prosciutto, a small handful of fresh baby arugula, and a drizzle of olive oil. The residual heat will slightly wilt the arugula.
- Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Slice and serve right away. Repeat with the remaining naan pizzas.