Easy, Quick, Delicious Air Fryer Recipes

Here are 20 easy recipes you can make in an air fryer:

1. Air Fryer Chicken Wings:                                      

Ingredients:

• Chicken wings
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Your favorite seasoning (such as garlic powder, paprika, or BBQ seasoning)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel and season them with salt, pepper, and your preferred seasoning.
• Place the wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are crispy and cooked through.
• Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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2. Air Fryer French Fries:

Ingredients:

• Potatoes
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Peel the potatoes (if desired) and cut them into thin strips or wedges.
• Place the potatoes in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
• Arrange the potato strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until the fries are crispy and golden.
• Serve hot with ketchup or your preferred dipping sauce.
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3. Air Fryer Chicken Tenders:

Ingredients:

• Chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Bread crumbs or panko
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: your preferred seasonings (such as paprika or garlic powder)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs or panko mixed with salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings.
• Dip each chicken tender into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally into the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
• Place the breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tenders are crispy and cooked through.
• Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

4. Air Fryer Fish Fillets:

Ingredients:

• Fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or salmon)
• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Bread crumbs or panko
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs or panko mixed with salt and pepper.
• Dip each fish fillet into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally into the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
• Place the breaded fish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fish is crispy and cooked through.
• Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce, if desired.

5. Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks:

Ingredients:

• Mozzarella cheese sticks
• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Bread crumbs or panko
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Marinara sauce (for dipping)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs
• Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks in half.
• Dip each cheese stick half into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally into the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
• Place the breaded mozzarella sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the coating is golden and crispy.
• Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.

 6. Air Fryer Onion Rings:

Ingredients:

• Large onions
• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Bread crumbs or panko
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: paprika or garlic powder

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Peel the onions and cut them into thick slices. Separate the slices into rings.
• Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs or panko mixed with salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings.
• Dip each onion ring into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally into the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
• Place the breaded onion rings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the rings are crispy and golden.
• Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer.

7. Air Fryer Veggie Chips:

Ingredients:

• Assorted vegetables (such as zucchini, carrots, kale, or sweet potatoes)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: additional seasonings like paprika or garlic powder

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
• Wash and dry the vegetables. Slice them into thin, uniform pieces.
• In a bowl, toss the vegetable slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings.
• Arrange the vegetable slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until the chips are crispy and lightly browned.
• Serve as a healthy snack or side dish.

8. Air Fryer Shrimp:

Ingredients:

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or other preferred seasonings

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings.
• Place the shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
• Serve hot with cocktail sauce or your preferred dipping sauce.

9. Air Fryer Meatballs:

Ingredients:

• Ground meat (beef, turkey, or a mixture)
• Breadcrumbs
• Finely chopped onions
• Minced garlic
• Egg
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: dried herbs (such as basil or oregano)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• In a bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, onions, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and any optional herbs. Mix well.
• Shape the mixture into meatballs of your desired size.
• Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.
• Serve hot with marinara sauce or use them in your favorite recipes like spaghetti and meatballs.

10. Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms:

Ingredients:

• Large mushroom caps
• Cream cheese
• Chopped spinach
• Minced garlic
• Shredded mozzarella cheese
• Bread crumbs
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• Remove the stems from the mushroom caps and hollow out the center to create space for the filling.
• In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, shredded mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
• Spoon the filling mixture into the mushroom caps, packing it firmly.
• Place the stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 10-12 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden and bubbly.
• Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.

11. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries:

Ingredients:

• Sweet potatoes
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: smoked paprika or cinnamon

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin strips or wedges.
• In a bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
• Arrange the sweet potato strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until the fries are crispy and lightly browned.
• Serve hot as a healthier alternative to regular french fries.

12. Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks:

Ingredients:

• Chicken drumsticks
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or other preferred seasonings

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with a paper towel.
• Rub the drumsticks with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
• Place the drumsticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the drumsticks are crispy and cooked through.
• Serve hot as a main dish or part of a picnic or barbecue spread.

13. Air Fryer Egg Rolls:

Ingredients:

• Egg roll wrappers
• Ground meat (such as pork or chicken)
• Shredded cabbage
• Shredded carrots
• Chopped onions
• Minced garlic
• Soy sauce
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: ginger or other preferred seasonings

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• In a skillet, cook the ground meat until browned. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and cook until the onions are softened.
• Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet, and cook until they are wilted.
• Season the mixture with soy sauce, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings. Stir well to combine.
• Place a spoonful of the filling mixture onto an egg roll wrapper, then fold and roll the wrapper tightly, sealing the edges with a little water.
• Brush the egg rolls with a small amount of oil.
• Place the egg rolls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
• Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the egg rolls are golden and crispy.
• Serve hot with sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

14. Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp:

Ingredients:

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• All-purpose flour
• Eggs
• Red Coconut
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: sweet chili sauce (for dipping)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with shredded coconut mixed with salt and pepper.
• Dip each shrimp into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally into the shredded coconut, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
• Place the breaded shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are crispy and cooked through.
• Serve hot with sweet chili sauce for dipping.

15. Air Fryer Falafel:

Ingredients:

• Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
• Chopped onion
• Minced garlic
• Chopped parsley
• Ground cumin
• Ground coriander
• Baking powder
• Flour
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Olive oil

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, flour, salt, and pepper. Pulse until well blended but still slightly chunky.
• Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
• Brush the falafel with olive oil.
• Place the falafel in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the falafel is golden and crispy.
• Serve hot with tahini sauce or in a pita with your favorite toppings.

16. Air Fryer Bacon:

Ingredients:

• Bacon slices

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• Place the bacon slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and cooked to your desired level of crispness.
• Remove the bacon from the air fryer and place it on a paper towel to absorb excess grease.
• Serve hot as a breakfast side or use it in sandwiches, salads, or other dishes.

17. Air Fryer Breakfast Hash:

Ingredients:

• Diced potatoes
• Diced bell peppers
• Diced onions
• Chopped breakfast sausage or bacon
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Olive oil

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
• In a bowl, toss together the diced potatoes, bell peppers, onions, and chopped breakfast sausage or bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
• Place the mixture in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until the potatoes are crispy and the vegetables are cooked through.
• Serve hot as a hearty breakfast or brunch dish.

18. Air Fryer Grilled Cheese:

Ingredients:

• Bread slices
• Sliced cheese
• Butter or mayonnaise

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• Butter one side of each bread slice or spread mayonnaise on one side.
• Place a slice of cheese between the unbuttered or mayo-spread sides of the bread.
• Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
• Serve hot with tomato soup or your preferred accompaniment.

19. Air Fryer Chicken Quesadillas:

Ingredients:

• Tortillas
• Cooked chicken
• Shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• Diced bell peppers
• Diced onions
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional: chopped jalapeños or salsa

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• Place a tortilla on a flat surface and sprinkle shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla.
• Top the cheese with cooked chicken, diced bell peppers, diced onions, salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients you prefer.
• Fold the tortilla in half to create a quesadilla.
• Place the quesadilla in the air fryer basket.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted.
• Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
• Serve hot with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

20. Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts:

Ingredients:

• Biscuit dough (canned refrigerated dough)
• Butter (melted)
• Cinnamon sugar mixture (made by combining cinnamon and sugar)

Method:

• Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
• Separate the biscuit dough into individual biscuits.
• Use your finger or a small round cutter to make a hole in the center of each biscuit, creating a donut shape.
• Brush the donuts with melted butter.
• Place the donuts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Cook for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the donuts are golden brown and cooked through.
• Remove the donuts from the air fryer and immediately roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
• Serve warm as a delightful treat.

• Enjoy preparing these easy and delicious recipes using your air fryer!