A group of amazing air fryer recipes for main course meals, side dishes and appetizers including chicken tenders, shrimp and french fries.
A handy air fryer appliance gives you the same crispy texture of deep frying without all the oil and calories. These recipes recreate some of your favorite deep fried foods with a fraction of the calories.
Have you purchased an air fryer yet? I am so in love with this small appliance that it has a permanent place on my countertop. The air fryer is simply amazing! We use it at least once a week, my kids especially love air fried chicken tenders and of course, who can resist french fries.
It seems that the craze right now is healthier, less greasy foods. The air fryer is perfect for this as it uses hot circulated air to cook the food which means you get that great crispy texture without the fat. In fact, most air fryer recipes use 70-80% less oil than you would use if you deep fried instead.
It’s so easy to use too. Just turn on the air fryer and put your food into the hot basket. Wait a few minutes and check the basket for something hot, crispy and delicious
To make things easy for you I have gathered up 10 of my favorite air fryer recipes for you to start with. These are some of the best recipes that are perfect for a meal or just a snack.
10 Amazing Air Fryer Recipes
Is Air Fried food healthy?
Air fried food is definitely healthier than its deep fried counterpart. Some air fried foods may contain high calorie ingredients like cheese and butter, so you should evaluate each air fryer recipe on a case by case basis to see if it is indeed healthy.
What are the benefits of using an air fryer?
The biggest benefit to the air fryer is getting that deep fried crispy texture without using cups and cups of oil. The air fryer also offers easy clean up, and because the hot air circulates, it makes the food crispy all over instead of just on top like a traditional oven. It also can be quicker to cook food in an air fryer instead of an oven.
I hope these recipes give you inspiration about cooking up something hot and delicious in your air fryer. Give these recipes a try today. You have nothing to lose except unnecessary oil and calories!
Danielle says
I’ve never heard of an air fryer!! I need to check it out!
Brianne says
I so need to get an air fryer for my home, I am loving these recipes!
Anosa Malanga says
I fon’t have any air fryer yet and I guess this is a great reason why I need to purchase and have one. Definitely saving the link so I can have these awesome recipes.
Roch says
We used our oven as air frier and had the same result for the potato chips, since buying a new appliance is not cost effective for us. The chips turned out crispy and having the right texture we imagined.
Catalina says
I fell in love with Air Fryer! You convinced me to have one. And all those dishes look so inviting!
Dhemz says
wow, so many ideas! I use my air fryer mainly for fries. Thanks for sharing these yummy ideas.
Heather says
I want an air fryer so badly! I’m going to bookmark this for when I finally get one!
Terri Steffes says
We haven’t gotten one yet! This might just get me to get myself in gear and get it ordered.
Tammy says
Thank you for posting this. I just got a new air fryer and I was looking for good recipes. You have made it easy for me.
Sarah Bailey says
I have to admit I don’t have an air fryer but I think you might have just convinced me to invest! This is such a great round up of different ideas.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
Out of all the up and coming new kitchen gadgets, I can see myself using an air fryer over an instant pot any day of the week. These all sound so delectable!
Alli Smith says
I need to buy myself an air fryer and get busy trying all these delicious recipes. I’m crazy about fried foods, but I need to cut down on all the calories and fat.
Jeanette says
I have never tried anything from an air fryer. I’ve always been worried about stuff with high fat when it comes to frying, but it sounds like it is unwarranted with this air fryer. I am excited to try it!
Glenda Cates says
I did purchase an Instant Pot that sits on my counter and hasn’t been used and I keep seeing Air Fryers and have been thinking of getting on of them as I think it would take the place of our Deep Fryer and be healthier.
Jim says
Got one. Love mine. Takes some trial and error but I rarely use my oven any more. It’s wonderful and of course THE BEST FRIES EVER.
Kim says
I think you just convinced me to get an air fryer. That shrimp in the air fryer looks so yummy as do all the other recipes.
candy says
I don’t have an air fryer but have friends who do and they love theirs. My daughter included. Will have to share this post with them so they can make some new food to make.
Ashley says
I need to get one of these for my husband. I think he would like an air fryer.