Air Fryer Patty Melt
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Divide the ground beef into two portions and form thin, wide patties slightly larger than your bread slices, seasoning both sides.
- 2
Air fry the patties at 370°F for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through.
- 3
Butter one side of each bread slice and spread Thousand Island dressing on the unbuttered sides if desired.
- 4
Build each sandwich butter-side out: bread, Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, patty, Swiss cheese, bread.
- 5
Place the assembled sandwiches in the air fryer and cook at 370°F for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
Tip: Caramelize your onions on the stovetop ahead of time — low and slow for 20-25 minutes with a pinch of sugar for the best flavor. Form the patties thin and slightly larger than the bread since they shrink as they cook.
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